Facial Trauma

Motor vehicle accidents, accidental falls, sports injuries, interpersonal violence, and work-related injuries can all cause facial trauma.

Learn about how an OMFS may treat facial trauma in this video from the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons.

When to Consider Obstructive Sleep Apnea Surgery

Obstructive sleep apnea can lead to variety of potentially severe complications if left untreated. Some specific instances in which you should considering seeing a doctor or an oral surgeon for your obstructive sleep apnea include:

Waking up choking or gasping
Pauses in your breathing while sleeping
Considerably loud snoring
Excessive Daytime drowsiness

Although loud snoring might be a symptom of severe obstructive sleep apnea, it may also be an outcome of other conditions. That’s why we advise that you see a medical professional and a trained oral surgeon to assess your sleep apnea. Contact us today to book an appointment!

Facial Trauma Surgery at Argyle Associates

Serious injuries can occur unexpectedly which may require you to go to the hospital or visit your dentist for emergency dental treatment.

These injuries require the services of an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS). At Argyle Associates, our surgeons are very experienced in treating trauma to the mouth, jaw and face. In the Ottawa area, our surgeons have hospital privileges. This allows them to treat patients in a hospital-based setting when necessary.

We are able to provide care for a variety of complex injuries and conditions including facial trauma. Facial trauma such as motor vehicle accidents, accidental falls, sports injuries, interpersonal violence and work-related injuries can all cause serious injuries that may require surgery.

At Argyle Associates, all of our Oral & Maxillofacial surgeons are on-call at local hospitals. They are specialists in their field who are well-versed in emergency care, acute treatment, long-term reconstruction and rehabilitation of patients.

If you have any questions about how Argyle Associates treats facial injuries, contact us today.

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Complications of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Despite the severity of your obstructive sleep apnea, it’s considered to be a serious medical condition which can result in some severe complications, including:

Cardiovascular problems – OSA can lead to increase blood pressure, drops in blood oxygen levels, and can increase the risk of heart disease
Daytime fatigue – Due to a lack of sound and restful sleep, those with obstructive sleep apnea will often experience severe daytime drowsiness
Sleep-deprived partners – Loud snoring can affect you and those sleeping around you by also keeping them from getting a good night’s sleep.
Complications with specific medications – Obstructive sleep apnea is a concern with specific medications and with general anesthetics. It is important to tell your doctor that you have OSA before a surgery.

Facial Trauma FAQs

Whether you are a return patient or new to Argyle Associates, you might have some questions. Below are the most common questions our patients ask us.

Implants are one of the best ways to replace missing teeth. The root portion of a missing tooth is replaced by a surgically inserted titanium post which fuses to the jawbone. An abutment is placed on top of the implant, which connects the crown to the implant. The dental crown is a false tooth which is specifically shaped and designed to match the rest of your natural teeth.

There are several kinds of dental implant options. These include:

Single implant and crown
Bridge on implants
Teeth in a day
Zygomatic implants

Dental implants and dental bridges are both solutions to replace missing teeth, however there are a few important differences between the two. Dental bridges consist of a false tooth or teeth which are held into place by dental crowns placed on natural teeth surrounding the missing tooth.

Dental implants look and perform more like natural teeth. They do not require anything to be placed on natural teeth, and they are inserted directly into the jawbone for maximum strength. Dental implants:

Do not require artificial plastic to cover the roof of the mouth
Do not require adhesives or denture creams
Can minimize ongoing bone loss in the jaws while bridges require adjacent teeth to be filed down, dental implants do not impact healthy neighboring teeth.

Our patients typically report less discomfort and faster healing compared to the extraction of a tooth. We recommend mild pain relievers for two or three days following a dental implant procedure. After that time, patients are typically pain-free. Sensitivity is usually not an issue with dental implants.

Immediately after your procedure, you will want to make sure that you follow
Dental Implant Post-Operation Instructions. These instructions help ensure you have the best chance at complete healing and can get back to

You will clean your implants just like you clean your natural teeth. Brush and floss regularly and see your dentist for routine cleanings. We also recommend using a water pick. Adequate hygiene is vital for the health of your dental implants.

Our Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons are very experienced treating trauma to the mouth, jaw and face. This includes everything from knocked-out teeth to severe injuries of the hard and soft tissues of the face.

Causes of facial trauma include motor vehicle accidents, accidental falls, sports injuries, interpersonal violence, and work-related injuries can all cause facial trauma.

If you are experiencing a facial injury that requires the services of an OMFS, contact Argyle Associates immediately.

All of our Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons at Argyle Associates are on-call at local hospitals with hospital privileges. This allows them to treat patients in a hospital-based setting when necessary.

We are often involved in the diagnosis and treatment of oral and facial trauma cases. Our surgeons are specialists who are well versed in emergency care, acute treatment, long-term reconstruction, and rehabilitation of patients.

If you are interested in learning more about Argyle Associates’ experience with treating facial injuries, contact us today.