Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

09/30/2021

Our office is officially closed as of today 9/30/21. If you need to reach the office for any reason please email: Largeyteam@aol.com

08/14/2021

ANNOUNCEMENT
Dr. Largey is Retiring!
The office will be closed as of 9/30/21
It's been our sincere pleasure to serve our community of patients and referring doctors.
Active patients should contact the office at 207 942 6620 by 9/15/21 if they need records. After 9/30/21 please email Largeyteam@aol.com

01/26/2021

We are having some technical difficulty with our phone system this afternoon. If you need us our answering service should be able to get your message and we will return your call. Sorry for the inconvenience, we hope that Spectrum will have it resolved soon!

07/14/2020

Dental implants don't just restore your smile, did you know they also prevent bone loss?

When you lose teeth, you also tend to lose bone mass in your jaw. Your jawbone needs the stimulation it gets when your teeth connect to maintain its mass. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that also replaces that jaw bone stimulation, helping to prevent bone loss.

07/10/2020

More people are getting dental implants to replace missing teeth. Dental implants are a long-term solution to missing teeth that are embedded in your jawbone, similar to your natural teeth. Plus, unlike fixed bridges or removable dentures, dental implants will not affect neighboring healthy teeth or lead to bone loss in the jaw. If properly cared for, dental implants can last a lifetime.

A dental implant procedure is surgery to insert artificial tooth roots. Learn about dental implant procedures, including what to expect. Medically reviewed by our board-certified surgeons.

07/08/2020

When wisdom teeth are removed, special dissolvable stitches are used to close the surgery area. These typically dissolve after a week. Brushing or eating may cause them to come out early, but after the first 2 days post-op, this should be perfectly fine.

07/06/2020

Dental implants put a smile on your face - literally - but from maintenance to oral health, they're so much more than cosmetic.

Your dentist may recommend full mouth dental implants so you don't have to live with the discomfort or embarrassment of missing teeth.

07/02/2020

Third molars have sported the nickname "wisdom teeth" for hundreds of years, so what earned them this moniker?

The most popular explanation is that wisdom teeth tend to erupt in the late teens or early 20s when a person is "wiser". But don't worry, if we remove them, you'll be no less wise than before. ?

06/30/2020

Do you snore? If so, you're not alone. The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 30 to 50 percent of the U.S. population snores at some point. To get help, many people talk to their primary care physician. But did you know that an oral surgeon is often the first person you should consult?

Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Snoring Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a chronic sleeping disorder that affects breathing due to the relaxation of the...

06/26/2020

Did you know that there are two types of sleep apnea?

Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common. It occurs when your muscles relax during sleep, causing soft tissue to collapse and block the airway. You try to breathe but can’t. Central sleep apnea occurs due to instability in your body’s breathing control system. Your body stops trying to breathe during sleep. If someone close to you has spoken of your loud snoring and has noticed that you often wake up abruptly gasping for air, you should consult us.

06/24/2020

Dental implants are designed to last for life, but certain lifestyle choices can cause implants to fail. Knowing risk factors and symptoms can help you ensure your implants last a lifetime.

Dental implants have a high success rate, but some people experience dental implant failure. Here, learn six things that impact the success of dental implants. We offer tips on how to best protect your investment, and go over signs there may be problems in the months and years after dental implant s...

06/22/2020

Don't worry, the answer is not as complicated as the name. In short, orthognathic surgery is for those whose jaws don’t meet correctly, or whose teeth don’t fit well when they bite.

06/18/2020

Why choose an OMS?

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are dental specialists who treat conditions, defects, injuries and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws, and face. We care for patients who experience such conditions as problem wisdom teeth, facial pain and misaligned jaws.

Learn when patients should visit an OMS over other dental health professionals.

06/16/2020

You may have heard us talk about Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, but do you know what "Maxillofacial" means?

Maxillofacial refers to the face and jaws, while "Oral" refers to the mouth.

06/12/2020

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition resulting from blocked airways while sleeping. The effects can range from snoring to serious health conditions. When certain therapies fail, oral surgery can help.

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious and even life-threatening condition. The risks of undiagnosed OSA include high blood pressure, heart disease and more.

06/10/2020

Tooth loss can lead to tissue loss in the jaw, as there are no tooth roots to stimulate it. Bone grafts are used to fortify the bone in the jaw either as treatment for degradation or as a precursor to implants.

06/08/2020

When you need to have a complex procedure done on your teeth or in your mouth, such as wisdom teeth removal, your dentist may recommend you visit an oral surgeon. While an oral surgeon may initially sound interchangeable with a dentist, they fulfill different roles and have different educational and training experience when it comes to dental health.

It can be difficult to know whether to see a dentist or make an appointment with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Discover the differences and when to choose an OMS over a dentist.

06/04/2020

Did you know that the first documented evidence of oral surgeries dates back to the time of the Civil War?

Dentists would often perform facial reconstructions and oral surgery on injured soldiers.