Facial Trauma: Learn the Facts Before It Happens!
The phrase “facial trauma” probably triggers thoughts of extensive injuries from a car wreck or other catastrophic accident, but not all facial trauma is severe. However, any injury to the face must be treated as soon as possible to avoid possible long-term consequences such as scarring or limited jaw mobility. What is Facial Trauma? Facial […]
Stem Cells: Secure the Future of Your Health – With Your Teeth
Stem cells are the unspecialized cells in your body that divide and renew themselves. They can eventually develop into specialized cells that perform specific tasks or take on specific characteristics. Scientists and physicians currently use stem cells in several ways to replenish cells that died due to disease or injury. Some of these applications include: […]
When Does Facial Trauma Require Oral Surgery?
Facial trauma can occur due to accidents, altercations, sports injuries, or a disfiguring illness. When facial injuries are severe, they often require specialized care and attention. Oral surgery often plays a crucial role in restoring the face’s form and function, including the teeth, gums, and oral cavity. Understanding Facial Trauma Facial trauma encompasses a wide […]
Bone Morphogenetic Protein: 6 Benefits for Oral Surgery
Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) are a group of naturally occurring proteins that play a crucial role in bone formation and regeneration. At Flushing Oral Surgery, BMPs have several benefits and applications. Consider the benefits outlined below if you wonder why our surgeons have suggested bone morphogenetic protein treatment. 1. Enhanced Bone Regeneration BMPs can induce the differentiation of stem […]
Platelet-Rich Plasma Myths and Facts
Flushing Oral Surgery and Dental Implants offers platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy to our patients undergoing oral surgery to aid in healing and encourage successful bone grafting. While many people have heard about PRP, many do not fully understand how it works. As a result, some myths have sprung up around its uses and capabilities. Myth #1: PRP is […]
Why You Should Preserve Dental Stem Cells
Parents often save stem cells from their infants’ umbilical cords to preserve them for future use. It’s an excellent idea because stem cells are powerhouse cells. Unlike most cells in the body that serve a specific function, stem cells are the origin of all other specialized cells. They become all the other cells that make […]
A CPAP Machine Could Save Your Life!
If you snore and have trouble getting a good night’s sleep, you may have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Although snoring is annoying, sleep apnea is much more – it is a dangerous health condition that can contribute to diabetes, heart problems, and extreme exhaustion. For patients with sleep apnea, the diagnosis begins with a sleep study. If […]
Oral Cancer: Signs You Can Spot at Home
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you aren’t familiar with oral cancer, it’s crucial to know the signs and symptoms of this potentially devastating disease. Dentists and oral surgeons are the first line of defense in treating oral cancer, which can develop anywhere in or around the mouth, including the lips, gums, tongue, under […]
Q&A with Dr. Yijiao Fan
Meet Dr. Fan What Inspired You to Pursue Dentistry? Where I grew up, there was not a lot of emphasis placed on going to the dentist. Everyone simply accepted having painful rotten teeth. When my family and I moved, this time to a community where oral health was valued, I saw first-hand the difference good […]
Q&A with Dr. Paul Chin-Fan Li
Dr. Li: A Superior Oral Surgeon in Flushing & Brooklyn NY + Westfield NJ What Inspired You to Pursue Dentistry? As a child, my parents emphasized the importance of oral health and as a first-generation immigrant access to dental care was considered a luxury. I wanted to be able to provide oral health care access […]