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Jeff Bressman, DDS, Diplomate ABOMS

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I am a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over 24 years of experience. The majority of my practice involves dental implants, removal of wisdom teeth, treatment of areas of oral pathology. Please note that this site is designed for general information and I can not give you medical advice specific for you.

Experience in the area

I have over 24 years of private practice experience

Organizations

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Fellow American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Diplomate National Dental Board of Anesthesia, Fellow American Dental Society for Anesthesia

Education/Credentials

BS, University of Illinois with honors DDS, University of Illinois, with high honors Board Certified, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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Mel08/15/11101010Boy you know your stuff! Thanks!
Beilsa07/29/11101010Thank you for responding so quickly

Recent Answers from Jeff Bressman, DDS, Diplomate ABOMS

2012-01-08 tooth extraction during pregnancy:

Tina -    The ideal time for treatment during pregnancy is during the 2nd trimester.  However, if you are in pain and can not resolve it without surgery, then extraction of the tooth in order to prevent

2011-12-14 complications from mandibular tori removal:

Not aware of any research on this specific issue.  This is not exactly an area that begs for research as it is a pretty well know fact amongst oral surgeons that the bigger the torus is, the more thinned

2011-12-08 dental implant:

Mike,    Wish that I could answer your question but without having seen you that would be impossible.  What I can tell you is that healthy implants should have no swelling around them.  Same holds true

2011-11-30 Fluid build up in face after wisdom tooth extraction:

Max,    It is hard to answer your question without actually having seen you and examined the area.  It is possible that your dentist is correct and the fluid buildup will gradually dissipate over time

2011-11-29 Ridge Augmentation:

Michael,    The studies on BMP certainly look good but there has been some question as to whether it does what it is purported to do.  Obviously, it would be impossible for me to give you specific advice

 

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