Kendall Oral & Maxillofacial

read moreMiami Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, Dr. Paredes, Dr. Velazquez and Dr. Lozano practice oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from wisdom tooth removal to implant surgery and bone grafting procedures. Our staff is trained in assisting with I.V. sedation within our newly-renovated office setting. With an oral examination and x-rays of the mouth, Dr. Paredes, Dr. Velazquez and Dr. Lozano can evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and predict if there are present or future potential problems.

read moreYou and Dr. Paredes, Dr. Velazquez or Dr. Lozano may determine that you need a tooth extraction for any number of reasons. Some teeth are extracted because they are severely decayed; others may have advanced periodontal disease, or have broken in a way that cannot be repaired. Other teeth may need removal because they are poorly positioned in the mouth (such as impacted teeth), or in preparation for orthodontic treatment. The removal of a single tooth can lead to problems related to your chewing ability, problems with your jaw joint, and shifting teeth, which can have a major impact on your dental health.

read moreTo provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed. A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you'll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium - the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints.

read moreThird molars are commonly referred to as wisdom teeth. They are usually the last teeth to develop and are located in the back of your mouth, behind your second molars. Their development is usually completed between the middle teenage years and early twenties, a time traditionally associated with the onset of maturity and the attainment of wisdom. Call Kendall Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Phone Number 305-595-4122 to schedule your wisdom teeth consultation. To provide you with a better understanding of wisdom teeth, we have provided the following multimedia presentation.