What can I expect after IV sedation?

iv sedationAt Dr. Krakora’s office, we use IV sedation for wisdom tooth surgeries, simple dental extractions, and some implant surgeries and biopsies. Most of our patients call it “going to sleep,” but that’s not quite right. IV sedation is deeper than both nitrous gas sedation, which is inhaled, and oral sedation, which is swallowed in the […]

5 Unique Dental Apps That Help Teach Your Kids Oral Hygiene

oral surgeon pittsburghBecause who says screen time can’t be healthy? We know that your kids probably like to play with your phone a little too much (I mean, what are they even watching on YouTube all the time anyway? And how is it possible to play so much Angry Birds?). Fortunately there are tons of educational apps […]

What You Need to Know Before Undergoing Surgery with IV Sedation

oral surgery washington paWhen you’re scheduling a procedure at Dr. Krakora’s office, you might get overwhelmed by the long list of “dos and don’ts” we give you in preparation for IV sedation. You can’t eat, drink, or smoke for designated times before your surgery, and you can’t even wear jewelry or nail polish on the day of the […]

All-on-4, All in Photos

all on 4 surgery washington paCandice’s new teeth, new life story—from her first consultation to her new beautiful smile When Candice’s teeth started falling out, she became self-conscious about her smile. She had always had problems with her teeth, but her Crohn’s disease made it worse. After suffering for years, she came to Dr. Krakora to learn about dental implants. […]

How to Take Care of Your Dental Implants

cleaning dental implantsCongratulations on your new dental implants! Whether you have a single crown or an All-on-4 restoration, your smile looks phenomenal and you want to keep it that way. So here’s the big question: How do you take care of your new smile, and is cleaning dental implants different from taking care of your other teeth? There’s […]

Growing Nation, Shrinking Jaw

bone resorptionHow George Washington’s dental problems affected his presidential portraits Written by Allison Russell, Feature Image Source The first president of the United States is known for many heroic feats. He crossed the Delaware, won the war, and retired from office after two terms, setting a precedent for the transfer of power that would endure to […]

Tooth Replacement is a Dream with These Solutions

tooth loss solutionsTooth Loss - A Nightmare Come True? Written by Allison Russell It’s one of the most common recurring nightmares—no, not that one about drowning or going outside in your underwear. It's when everything seems to be normal, and then suddenly your teeth are rotting, crumbling, or totally falling out of your mouth. This is what so […]

Dental Implants in Washington PA

dental implants in washington paWhen it comes to replacing missing and/or failing teeth, it's import to weigh all of your options. Restoring your smile plays a huge impact on improving your quality of life, confidence, and oral health, so you want to make sure you do it right! Thanks to advances in dental technology, there are much more efficient options […]

Paying for Dental Implants

paying-for-dental-implantsThe majority of questions we are asked in Dr. Krakora’s office revolve around paying for dental implants. “Do you participate with my insurance?” “How much will my insurance cover?” “What payment plans do you offer?” And the list goes on and on. Investing in dental implants is a big decision, which is why we make […]

[Video] Testimonial on Third Molars

dr. krakora oral and maxillofacial surgeryDr. Krakora removed Megan’s third molars (wisdom teeth) a few weeks ago, and to her surprise, the procedure was much easier than she expected. She was back to her normal routine in no time and was happy to undergo the surgery before any future problems arose. For a few weeks prior to surgery, Megan experienced […]