The bones of your jaw hold your teeth in place and give your face structure. Unfortunately, the bone is susceptible to erosion that is caused by periodontal disease, infections, and missing teeth. Trauma to your teeth or jaw may also put the bone at risk. Bone grafting is a safe and effective method for augmenting the […]
As a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Sultan performs procedures that involve the soft tissues, bones and other features of the jaws, face and mouth, including lesions that develop on the skin. A lesion is any type of abnormal growth that does not match the surrounding skin. Lesion removal is most often performed for […]
Learn how Dr. Sultan provided the gift of a new smile to a shooting victim in Ft. Lauderdale. Click the image below to view the story!
So, you’re planning to pull off the perfect Valentine’s Day experience. You’ll say all the right words, be charming, and you’ll even arrange an evening of romance. With so much planning put into this very special night, you want to end the night on an exceptional note. The last thing that you want to do is […]
Wisdom teeth are one of those leftovers of evolution that serve no purpose for modern humans. At one time, we needed these teeth to chew food, but our brains grew larger and needed the more real estate. Hence, the wisdom teeth became outdated relics of a bygone time, but some of us still develop wisdom teeth, […]
The New Year is just around the corner, and you may be planning a night out with friends and time spent with family. As you put together the festivities, remember to consider how the celebration may affect your TMD and sleep apnea. Both conditions can be triggered by activities that we often enjoy during a New […]
Unlike their name proclaims, believe it or not, your wisdom teeth don’t provide you with any wisdom. In fact, wisdom teeth get their name because of the age in which they come in at which is a lot older than your other molars. Let’s face it: the only wisdom you can get from your wisdom […]
Thanksgiving is the time of year where all of your healthy eating goals can go out the window— at least for one day. Let’s just say, bring on the marshmallow covered sweet potato casserole and the gravy drenched turkey. If you have TMJ, however, it’s important that you go into Thanksgiving and the holiday season […]
Going to the grocery store this time of year can feel like you’re in Willy Wonka’s factory. Not only are there bags and bags full of candy and other tantalizing treats, but there are people dressed up lurking behind every corner. If you are getting jaw surgery from Dr. Leslie H. Sultan this season, going […]
Americans are notorious for loving to have options to choose from— that’s why food buffets are so popular. However, sometimes when it comes to your oral health, your options are minimal or even non-existent. If you have found out that you are not an ideal candidate for traditional jaw surgery, but you have some issues […]
