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Behind the Mask with Dr. Parmar
Dr. Parmar attended Marquette University School of Dentistry from 1990-1994, did his general practice residency at the VA Hospital of Milwaukee from 1994-1995, and completed his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin from...
Transitions at Bay Oral Surgery & Implant Center
Our beloved Ellen Greene has retired from her position as our Practice Administrator of 23 years, and we welcome Amy Kozloski as our new Practice Administrator! We had to say goodbye to Ellen at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, so unfortunately we were unable to...
Meet the Bay Oral Surgical Assistants!
In honor of National Dental Assistant Recognition Week, which is March 1st-7th, 2020, we want to recognize our fabulous staff of Surgical Assistants at Bay Oral Surgery & Implant Center! We have a staff of 16 Surgical Assistants across all four of our Bay Oral...
Everything You Need to Know about Baby Teeth
If you have a baby or toddler, it’s important to know what to expect when it comes to their primary (or baby) teeth. Here is a simple guide with everything you need to know about baby teeth. How many baby teeth are there? There are typically 20 baby teeth—10 on top...
Know What to Do in Dental Emergencies
It’s good to know in advance where to go and what to do in the event of dental emergencies, so you are prepared. There can be a variety of types of dental emergencies and some are more urgent than others. Some of the most common dental emergencies include knocked out...
Botox, Fillers and Your Smile!
The human face is a complex system of bone, muscle, fat, and skin tissues. The intricate relationship between the skin and the underlying muscle and fat tissue plays an essential role in the formation of wrinkles, lines and skin laxity. Botox and fillers are used to...
Salute to Smiles 2019: Meet the Veterans!
Now in its fourth year of serving local veterans with Salute to Smiles, Bay Oral Surgery & Implant Center, in partnership with other local dentists, is helping eight local veterans with their dental issues to get their smiles back in 2019. Together, they...
What to Expect if Your Child Needs Oral Surgery
Whether it’s due to an accidental injury or a planned tooth extraction, oral surgery may be necessary for your child at some point. And knowing what to expect for your child’s oral surgery will help reduce any anxiety you or your child may be feeling. The most common...
Oral Pathology: What You Need to Know
Oral pathology is the diagnosis and study of the causes and effects of diseases affecting the mouth, jaw and face. Many patients visit an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for evaluation and treatment of oral pathology. Generally, these patients are first evaluated by...
How to Prepare for Your Tooth Extraction
There are many reasons why it may be necessary to have a tooth extraction. Some teeth need to be removed because of overcrowding in the mouth, infection, decay, or damage from a traumatic injury. Regardless of the reason for your tooth extraction, below are some tips...
The Most Common Oral Surgeries: Dental Extractions and Dental Implants
There are many different types of oral surgery, ranging from wisdom teeth extractions to oral biopsies to corrective jaw surgery. Below is a description of the two most common oral surgery procedures. Dental Extractions There are three types of dental extraction...
Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of The Jaw: Commonly Asked Questions
Medication-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (MRONJ) is a condition that patients can experience if they are taking certain medications, such as medications normally prescribed for Osteoporosis. With the advancement of newer medications, additional drugs are added to...