Some people have all the luck. They stay svelte without going to the gym, never wash their face but don’t get acne, or eat sugar all day but have never had a cavity. While those people exist in our minds (or on social media), we really doubt they exist in real life. And while some […]
When you put on lotion or sunscreen, do you ever notice a little asymmetry in your chin or cheeks? While nobody is perfect, we often instinctively know when there is something more serious going on–when it is more than just a little self-consciousness. There is a chance that you may have an issue with your […]
Do you have trouble chewing, an uncomfortable bite, or pain in your face or jaw? These and other symptoms are signs of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, otherwise known as TMD or TMJ. Let’s discuss the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis for this common problem and how Dr. Leslie Sultan can help. The cause Doctors believe that the […]
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 Hence, the wisdom teeth became outdated relics of a bygone time, but some of us still develop wisdom teeth, […]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 […]
