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Wisdom teeth Removal female patient
January 30, 2025

As you prepare for wisdom teeth removal, you will want to plan ahead regarding what you will eat after oral surgery. It will take several days before you can get back to your normal diet because you need to give your gum tissue, sockets, and any incisions time to heal. It is important to follow the post-operative instructions Dr. Ivey provides to minimize complications, and......

Dental Implant Male Patient
January 30, 2025

If you have missing teeth or know you will need a tooth extraction, filling these gaps and restoring your smile is likely a top concern. There are many different options for tooth replacement, such as bridges and dentures, but dental implants have become a preferred choice due to their strength, durability, and longevity. However, you may be wondering, how much do dental implants cost in......

Female Tooth Extraction Patient Thumbs Up
January 30, 2025

While tooth extractions are a common dental procedure, it’s perfectly natural to have questions about the recovery process.  Whether you’re facing extraction due to severe decay, damage from an injury, problematic crowding, or persistent infection, understanding the healing timeline can help you prepare. Let’s explore what to expect after your tooth is removed and how to ensure a smooth recovery. What Can You Expect After......

Mature Female In Gray Sweater
September 18, 2024

When an Aurora man or woman decides to have dental implants placed at Ivey Oral & Facial Surgery, they’re making a big, but exciting decision. A new smile awaits them, but it’s important that patients not get ahead of themselves. You need to understand the specifics of what will be required after your dental implants surgery. Having dental implants placed is an extensive process and Dr. Ivey wants his patients to be well informed for every step, including aftercare. In this blog we will discuss several restrictions you should heed after your dental implant surgery....

Smiling Blond Female Cocking Head
August 27, 2024

Dr. Ivey hears many questions and concerns about the safety of dental work during pregnancy.  And that’s completely understandable. Every mom wants to protect the health of their unborn baby. But to keep mom healthy during pregnancy, it’s important to note that preventative dental work is safe and should not be avoided. Moreover, it is even recommended....

Middle Aged Blonde Woman Smiling
July 10, 2024

Getting dental implants is one of the recommended things Centennial patients can do when they have a missing tooth. Dental implants help restore bone density in order to create stronger teeth and better overall oral function. However, as with any surgical procedure, proper care must be taken in order to prevent infections from occurring. An oral surgeon in Centennial will provide patients with all the......

Red Headed Female With Curly Hair
June 12, 2024

Sedation dentistry. It’s probably something you’ve heard of, but you may not be aware of all the ins and outs and why oral surgeons like Dr. Ivey choose to use it during dental procedures. If you suffer from dental anxiety and can’t even picture yourself sitting in a dentist’s chair without hyperventilating, or if you know you’re going to need major dental work soon, that’s where sedation dentistry comes in....

Happy Couple with Bright Smiles
May 14, 2024

Having a missing tooth or multiple missing teeth is nothing to be ashamed of. Accidents can happen to cause a missing tooth, or there may have been a specific health reason for extracting a tooth. Regardless of the reason, dental implants can restore teeth and revive the naturally beautiful smile patients in Aurora have. When compared to other methods for replacing teeth, dental implants are......

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March 20, 2024

For many Aurora men and women, just the mere mention of the dentist is enough to make them feel lightheaded. All too often, that anxiety and fear cause people to avoid the treatment they desperately need. Avoiding dental care now can lead to bigger problems down the line and can even affect your overall health. Dr. Ivey of Ivey Oral & Facial Surgery knows how......