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Chatham Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, Frank E. Scarbrough, DMD, FACOMS, Michael C. Wilson, DMD and Paul M. Hinchey, DMD, MD, practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal. We can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries and TMJ disorders, and perform a full range of dental implant and bone grafting procedures. Drs. Scarbrough, Wilson and Hinchey‘s staff is trained in assisting with I.V. sedation within our state-of-the-art office setting.

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Frank E. Scarbrough, DMD, FACOMS

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Dr. Scarbrough is a native of Savannah, Georgia.

Michael C. Wilson, DMD

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Dr. Michael Wilson is a 1995 graduate of Clemson University, where he received a degree in Biological Sciences. In 2000, he received his doctorate in Dental Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina.

Paul M. Hinchey, DMD, MD

Photo: Oral Surgeon Dr. Paul Hinchey in Savannah GA

Dr. Hinchey comes to Chatham Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with an outstanding record of achievement.

Third 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. Often, wisdom teeth can crowd other teeth, or create other impaction issues.

Dental Implants

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.

TMJ / TMJ Disorders

TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders are a family of problems related to your jaw joint. If you have had symptoms like pain or a "clicking" sound, you'll be glad to know that these problems are more easily diagnosed and treated than they were in the past. These symptoms occur when the joints of the jaw and the chewing muscles do not work together correctly.

People with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have disrupted sleep and low blood oxygen levels. When obstructive sleep apnea occurs, the tongue is sucked against the back of the throat. This blocks the upper airway and airflow stops. When the oxygen level in the brain becomes low enough, the sleeper partially awakens, the obstruction in the throat clears, and the flow of air starts again, usually with a loud gasp.

Orthognathic (Jaw) Surgery

Orthognathic surgery is needed when the top and bottom jaws don't meet correctly and/or teeth don't adequately fit within the jaw. Teeth are straightened with orthodontics, and corrective jaw surgeryrepositions a misaligned jaw. This not only improves facial appearance, but also ensures that teeth meet correctly and function properly. People who can benefit from orthognathic surgery include those with an improper bite, or jaws that are positioned incorrectly.

Anesthesia Options

Several methods of anesthesia are available. The method of anesthesia that is chosen for or by a patient depends upon the nature of the surgical procedure and the patient's level of apprehension. The following table illustrates the choices of anesthesia, a description of the anesthetic technique, and the usual indications for that technique.

The inside of the mouth is normally lined with a special type of skin (mucosa) that is smooth and coral pink in color. Any alteration in this appearance could be a warning sign for a pathological process. The most serious of these is oral cancer. The following can be signs at the beginning of a pathological process or cancerous growth:

Facial Cosmetic Surgery

The following are the most common causes for jaw bone deterioration and lossthat may require a bone grafting procedure: When an adult tooth is removed and not replaced, jaw bone deterioration may occur. Natural teeth are embedded in the jaw bone and stimulate the jaw bone through activities such as chewing and biting.

Facial Trauma / Pain

An oral and maxillofacial specialist is thoroughly qualified to repair facial injuries. These professionals are well versed in emergency care, acute treatment, and long-term reconstruction and rehabilitation – not just for physical reasons, but for emotional ones as well. Injuries to the face, by their very nature, impart a high degree of emotional as well as physical trauma to patients.

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501 Eisenhower Drive
Savannah, GA 31406

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145 Traders Way Suite A
Pooler, GA 31322

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613 Towne Park Drive West Suite 301
Rincon, GA 31326

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