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OMS Voices is a podcast from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) that helps patients learn more about the expertise of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (OMSs) and their scope of practice. Each episode features expert conversations on topics like oral surgery, dental implants, wisdom teeth removal and more — giving listeners a better understanding of their care options.
OMS Voices Podcast
Wisdom Teeth Care: The Power of Digital Imaging in Modern Dentistry
Nicole Eisenberg, DDS, FACS
Dr. Nicole Eisenberg discusses the use of digital imagery in oral surgery. This is a non-invasive medical examination that involves the use of x-rays and CT scans to capture multiple images of the body part being examined, resulting in a more precise diagnosis.
Navigating Dental Implants in Challenging Cases
Sal Ruggiero, DMD, MD
Dr. Sal Ruggiero, oral and maxillofacial surgeon, discusses the complexities of dental implants in specialized patient groups, including those with cleft lip and palate, teenagers requiring implants under unusual circumstances and oral cancer patients’ post-radiation therapy. His insight highlights the importance of individualized treatment plans and advanced surgical techniques in managing these complex cases.
Pain Control After Oral Surgery
Jim Swift, DDS, FACS
Dr. James Q. Swift, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS), discusses why it’s important for an OMS to individualize post-operative pain management, including the type of drugs, dosages and treatment durations.
Recovering from Wisdom Teeth Surgery
Caitlyn McGue, DDS, MD
Nine out of 10 people have at least one impacted wisdom tooth, making wisdom tooth extraction a common outpatient surgery. Dr. Caitlyn McGue discusses how a patient should take care after surgery to allow time for the jawbone and gum tissue to fully heal.
TMJ Disorder: Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Treatments
Gregory Ness, DDS, FACS
Dr. Gregory Ness discusses the range of treatments for TMJ including surgical and non-surgical methods.
Dental Implants: Long-Term Solution to Missing Teeth
Michael I. Shnayder, DDS, MD
Dental implant surgery expert and OMS, Dr. Michael Shnayder, answers common questions about dental implant surgery. Discussion includes the explanation of a dental implant, who is a candidate and the benefits of this long-term solution to missing teeth.
Wisdom Teeth: Facts Every Parent Needs to Know
James Q. Swift, DDS, FACS
Dr. James Swift, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, discusses what parents need to know about wisdom teeth surgery. Learn when wisdom teeth may need to be removed, how to know the right time for surgery and who to contact for a consultation.
Oral Cancer and the OMS
Deepak Kademani, DMD, MD, FACS
More than 53,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer this year. Dr. Deepak Kademani discusses how the mortality rate for oral cancer is particularly high – not because it is hard to detect, diagnose or treat, but because the cancer often is discovered late in its development and why routine self-exams and routine dental/medical checkups are so important.
Do I Need a Bone Graft?
Julia R. Plevnia, DDS, FACS
Dr. Julia Plevnia, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, discusses bone grafting and how an OMS will help make the best decision about what kind of bone to use and how best to use it.
My Child’s Tooth Was Knocked Out! What Do I Do?
Michael Safian, DDS
Dr. Michael Safian, OMS, discusses immediate steps to take if your child’s tooth is knocked out – and ways to prevent injury in the future.
Why Corrective Jaw Surgery can be Necessary
Faisal Quereshy, DDS, MD, FACS
Overbites and underbites are two types of misaligned bites. Depending upon their severity, a person may need to undergo a procedure called corrective jaw surgery, also known as orthognathic surgery.
Soft-Tissue Grafting for Dental Implants
Paul M. Ciuci, DMD, MD, FACS
Oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Paul Ciuci, discusses how dental implants require both gum tissue and bone for support and how an OMS can treat a patient with soft-tissue defects around dental implants utilizing a variety of surgical procedures.
Is It Just Snoring? Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Brian B. Farrell, DDS, MD, FACS
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious and even life-threatening condition. OMS Dr. Brian Farrell discusses the risks of undiagnosed OSA that can include heart attack, stroke, irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, heart disease and decreased libido.
Dental Extractions: Simple and Surgical
Travis Rudd, DDS
Even with proper dental care, teeth age and can decay or break. Many damaged teeth can be repaired with fillings or crowns, but when the damage or decay is excessive, the tooth should be removed. Dr. Travis Rudd, OMS, explains that while tooth extraction may not seem complicated, it should only be performed by a professional – and in most cases, during a visit to an oral surgeon.
Do I Need a Bone Graft?
Julia R. Plevnia, DDS, FACS
Dr. Julia Plevnia, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, discusses bone grafting and how an OMS will help make the best decision about what kind of bone to use and how best to use it.