by Dr. Shillingburg | Jan 31, 2022 | Botox
Botox is something that many people associate with cosmetic procedures, but it is actually used in a number of medical procedures as well. Even dentistry utilizes Botox when it is needed during a medical treatment. There are a number of treatments for face and mouth...
by Dr. Shillingburg | Jan 17, 2022 | Oral Surgeon
If you visited a dentist and were then referred to an oral surgeon either for an assessment or a treatment, you may wonder why this was necessary. If both do dental work, why do you have to switch to another dental professional? A dentist and an oral surgeon are very...
by Dr. Shillingburg | Jan 3, 2022 | Dentist vs. Oral Surgeon
If you have visited a dentist and been referred to an oral surgeon, you may wonder what the difference is between the two of them. While they handle similar services, there is a lot of difference between them in terms of their education and training and the role they...
by Dr. Shillingburg | Dec 15, 2021 | Why Oral Surgeon
There are many services that oral surgeons provide that dentists cannot. An oral surgeon is a trained medical doctor and is experienced in performing advanced surgeries. If you are in need of dental surgery, there are many reasons why you should choose an oral surgeon...
by Dr. Shillingburg | Dec 1, 2021 | Dental Implants
There are several stages needed for a single tooth to be implanted. Dental implants are a great way to replace a missing tooth, and many patients who choose them have a lot of questions afterward. After a tooth has been extracted or otherwise lost, patients have to...