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When a wisdom tooth is blocked from erupting or coming into the mouth normally, it is termed “impacted” . Impacted wisdom teeth can cause serious problems, such as pain and infection. Dr. Lemon is a specialist in wisdom tooth surgery. During your consultation, the doctors will discuss all of the options available to treat any wisdom tooth problems. Treatment is usually performed with sedation for your comfort. |
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Wisdom Tooth Surgery |
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Dr Lemon is a specialist in all forms of implant surgery. Dental implants can be used to replace missing teeth, or act as anchors for dentures to snap into. If you are unhappy with a poorly fitting denture or want to replace missing teeth, make an appointment for a consultation. He will discuss all of your options and help you decide if dental implants are right for you. |
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Implant Surgery |
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Unequal jaw growth can cause problems with crowded teeth, an open bite, TMJ problems, speech problems, chewing problems as well as cosmetic problems. The doctors will be happy to discuss if corrective jaw surgery is right for you. |
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Many people have difficulty adjusting to tooth loss and dentures. Lower dentures by themselves do a poor job of helping you chew. A good fitting denture by itself will only allow you to chew with 10% of the efficiency of natural teeth. Dr Lemon will be happy to discuss treatment options that can increase your chewing efficiency close to normal. |
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Corrective Jaw Surgery |
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Dr. Lemon is active members of the trauma team at Methodist, Mercy, and Lutheran hospitals. Dr. Lemon is trained in the complete management of facial injuries to the head and neck. |
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Bone Grafting/Sinus Surgery/Nerve Repositioning |
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Facial Trauma Surgery |
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Some people are good candidates for dental implants, but they do not have enough jaw bone present to place one. Depending on your situation, you may need to prepare your jawbone to accept an implant. Dr. Lemon is a specialist in performing these procedures, and he will discuss your options during your consultation. |
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Denture Fit and Comfort |
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Procedures |