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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......

December 9, 2022

Dear Valued Patients, For those of you who may not have heard, we are writing to inform you that our surgeon, Dr. Bryce Williams, passed away on October 25th.  Outside of his family, the wellbeing of his patients in our practice was a top priority.  He was honored to be your oral surgeon and valued the relationships he had with each of you and the......

Blond Female With Wide White Smile
October 16, 2019

When Aurora area residents need to have their wisdom teeth removed, they often ask Dr. Ivey about what their recovery will be like. Pain, swelling, and discomfort are all-natural results of the tooth pulling process, but you should know what to expect in the hours and days after you have your wisdom teeth removed. Keep reading to learn a little more about wisdom teeth removal and the recovery timeline....

Middle Aged Male in Blue Dress Shirt
October 2, 2019

Men and women all over Centennial suffer from dental anxiety and fear. In fact, this is the biggest reason people all over America avoid regular check ups and dental care. If you fall into this category and experience dental anxiety at the thought of sitting down in a dentist's’ chair, worry no more. Dr. Ivey of Ivey Oral & Facial Surgery can help by providing sedation dentistry....

Mature Female In Gray Sweater
September 18, 2019

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....

Brunette Female Squinting and Smiling
September 4, 2019

Dr. Ivey, of Ivey Oral & Facial Surgery, has structured his entire practice around making each of his patients feel welcomed, safe, and comfortable during every visit they have in his Aurora office. That’s why he offers sedation dentistry for his patients who are undergoing dental procedures....

Smiling Blond Female Cocking Head
August 27, 2019

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....