Your questions, answered

A referral is helpful but not required. You can call either office or request an appointment online.

Many procedures can be done with in-office IV sedation, so you feel relaxed and remember little. Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide are also available.

Yes. We offer CareCredit and Happen Bank financing and help you understand your insurance benefits before treatment.

We have offices in Northwest Reno near Somersett and in Fallon, serving Northern Nevada and Northeastern California.

Many patients have them evaluated between ages 15 and 18. Removal in the late teens or early twenties is often easier because the roots are not fully formed and healing tends to be faster.

You should not feel pain during the procedure thanks to local anesthesia and sedation. Afterward, most patients describe soreness and swelling that improves each day, and EXPAREL can keep the area numb for up to 72 hours.

Most procedures take 30 to 60 minutes. Plan to be in the office for about 90 minutes to two hours including check-in and recovery.

Most people feel back to normal in 3 to 5 days. Swelling usually peaks around day 2 or 3, and the gums continue healing for 1 to 2 weeks.

Most patients choose IV sedation, which lets you rest comfortably and remember little or nothing. Your surgeon will help you choose the right option for your health and comfort.

Start with cool, soft foods such as yogurt, smoothies (no straw), mashed potatoes and soup that is not hot. Avoid crunchy, spicy or chewy foods for about a week.

Not always. Your surgeon will look at each tooth on your imaging and only recommend removing teeth that are causing problems or are likely to.

Many dental and medical plans cover part of the cost. Our team will check your benefits and give you an estimate before surgery.

With good home care and regular dental visits, implants can last decades and often a lifetime. The crown on top may need replacing after 10 to 15 years.

Most patients report less discomfort than they expected. The area is fully numbed, sedation is available, and soreness afterward is usually mild for a few days.

From placement to final tooth is usually 3 to 6 months. If a bone graft is needed first, add a few months of healing.

There is no upper age limit. What matters most is your overall health and bone quality, which your surgeon will evaluate.

Often yes. A bone graft can rebuild the area so the implant has a stable foundation.

Some dental plans cover part of the cost. Our team will check your benefits, and financing is available through CareCredit and Happen Bank.

Your general dentist or prosthodontist usually makes the final crown. We coordinate with them from planning through placement.

The area is numbed and sedation is available, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Afterward most people have mild soreness for a few days.

Grafts can come from donor bone, animal-derived bone or synthetic material, and sometimes your own bone. Your surgeon will explain the best choice for you.

Usually 3 to 6 months, depending on the graft size and location. In some cases the implant can be placed at the same time.

A sinus lift adds bone to the upper back jaw by gently raising the sinus floor, creating room for an implant where bone is too thin.

If you are considering an implant later, socket preservation at the time of extraction can help keep the bone from shrinking.

You should feel pressure but not pain during the procedure. Afterward, soreness is usually mild and improves within a few days.

Most people feel normal within 1 to 3 days. The gums fully close in 1 to 2 weeks.

Dry socket happens when the blood clot in the socket is lost too early, causing aching pain a few days later. Avoiding straws, smoking and spitting helps prevent it. Call us if you notice it.

For urgent pain or infection, call (775) 284-2500. We work to see urgent patients as quickly as possible.

Replacing a missing tooth helps prevent shifting and bone loss. A dental implant is the most natural option, and we can preserve bone at the time of extraction.

You will be deeply relaxed and drowsy, and most people remember little or nothing. You breathe on your own throughout.

Yes. Oral surgeons train in anesthesia, and we continuously monitor your heart rate, oxygen and breathing during your procedure.

Usually no. You will receive specific fasting instructions. Following them is important for your safety.

Yes. A responsible adult must drive you home and should stay with you for the rest of the day.

Most people feel drowsy for several hours. Plan to rest the remainder of the day.

No. EXPAREL is a non-opioid local anesthetic that numbs the surgical area.

It can provide relief for up to 72 hours after surgery.

Many patients need less pain medication. Your surgeon may recommend over-the-counter medicine as needed.

EXPAREL is approved for patients 6 years and older. Your surgeon will decide if it is right for your teen.

It means the tooth is stuck under the gum or in the bone and cannot come in by itself.

It usually takes several months to a year, depending on how far the tooth needs to move.

The area is numbed and sedation is available. Most patients have mild soreness for a day or two.

It can damage nearby roots, form a cyst or leave a gap. Early treatment gives the best chance of saving the tooth.

Yes. It uses a lower radiation dose than a medical CT and is only recommended when it improves your care.

The scan itself takes less than a minute.

A 3D scan shows depth and the exact position of nerves, sinuses and bone, which helps your surgeon plan safer, more precise treatment.

For many people with muscle-related jaw pain or clenching, Botox relaxes the overworked muscles and reduces pain.

Results typically last about three to four months.

It is placed in the jaw muscles. Some people notice a slightly slimmer jawline over time.

Most TMJ problems improve without surgery. Surgery is considered only when other treatments have not helped.

Pick it up by the crown, not the root. Rinse gently, place it back in the socket if you can, or keep it in milk. Call (775) 284-2500 immediately — the first hour matters most.

Signs include pain, swelling, a bite that feels off, or trouble opening your mouth. Seek care right away. For severe injuries, call 911.

Yes. We treat sports-related injuries to the teeth and jaw and can discuss custom mouthguards with your dentist to prevent future injuries.

A tongue tie is a tight band of tissue under the tongue that limits how far the tongue can move.

Usually 15 to 30 minutes.

The area is numbed. Most patients feel mild soreness for a few days.

If a sore, patch or lump lasts more than two weeks, have it checked by your dentist or an oral surgeon.

The area is numbed first. Most people have mild soreness for a few days.

Results usually return within about a week. We will contact you to review them.