Houston Dental implants are fast becoming the most popular method for replacing missing teeth. They can easily restore both the look and function of the natural tooth. Many tooth loss patients have found dental implants to be the ideal solution for their tooth restoration problems. However, the success of your Houston dental implants surgery depends heavily upon the experience and expertise of your dental implants surgeon. Don’t trust your Houston dental implants surgery to just any dentist; make an appointment with the Houston dental implants expert at Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery today. Dr. Koo is a highly regarded and trusted Houston dental implants expert, proudly serving all of greater Houston, TX, including: Stafford, Meyerland, Bellaire, Lamar Terrace, Galleria, Briargrove, Rice Military, Heights, Bunker Hill Village, Hunters Creek Village, Hedwig Village, Katy, and the surrounding communities.
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Dr. Koo is Your Houston Dental Implants Expert
December 8, 2014
Your 77063 Dentist
December 1, 2014
Are you looking a highly qualified Houston dentist and oral surgeon? If you’re seeking a trusted oral surgeon, with advanced degrees and training, a host of specialized skills and certifications, and a compassionate, patient centered approach to dental care, you should make your next appointment with Dr. Koo, your 77063 dentist, at Piney Point OMS. Dr. Koo has practiced dentistry for nearly two decades. Your 77063 dentist completed his BA in Chemical Engineering at the University of Texas in 1992. He then went on to receive his MS in Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University in 1995, before earning his D.D.S from the University of Texas at Houston in 1999. Dr. Koo completed his dental residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Texas Health Center at Houston in 2007.
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Protect Yourself Against Oral Cancer in Houston, TX
November 18, 2014
An estimated 40,000 plus people are diagnosed with oral cancer each year, making this cancer one of the 10 most commonly found malignancies in the world. The Oral Cancer Foundation has submitted statistics showing that just over half of those individuals will survive past the five year mark. Due to its asymptomatic nature, however, oral cancer is often diagnosed at a late stage. The key to survival for this cancer is early detection and treatment. Dr. Thomas M. Weil and Dr. Steve Koo, the oral and maxillofacial surgeons at Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Houston, TX, are experts at detecting, diagnosing, and treating oral cancer.
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Who Can You Call in a Dental Emergency?
November 15, 2014
We never know when an emergency might occur. That’s why it is so important to be prepared. However, many of us tend to over look the need to be specifically prepared for a dental emergency. If you don’t currently have a dentist, or it’s been a long time since your last dental check up, you may be unprepared for a dental emergency. The best way to avoid this conflict is to find a trusted dental care provider, whom you can call upon in a dental emergency. If you live in the greater Houston, TX, area including: Stafford, Meyerland, Bellaire, Lamar Terrace, Galleria, Briargrove, Rice Military, Heights, Bunker Hill Village, Hunters Creek Village, Hedwig Village, or Katy, make an appointment with Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery today. Dr. Weil and Dr. Koo can be your trusted dental emergency care provider when you need help the most.
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Six Steps to Successful Dental Implants Houston
October 20, 2014
Successful Dental Implants Houston-The primary goal of your dentist is to help you keep your naturally healthy teeth for as long as possible. However, when this isn’t possible, there is no better method for tooth replacement than dental implants. Successful dental implant treatments require a team of restorative and oral maxillofacial experts. Dr. Weil and Dr. Koo, of Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, can partner with your general or restorative dentist to assure a successful dental implant procedure and restore your healthy smile. Dr. Weil and Dr. Koo are highly qualified oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Make an appointment with Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to begin your successful dental implant treatment today. Piney Point OMS proudly restores smiles throughout the greater Houston, TX, area including Stafford, Meyerland, Bellaire, Lamar Terrace, Galleria, Briargrove, Rice Military, Heights, Bunker Hill Village, Hunters Creek Village, Hedwig Village, Katy, and the surrounding communities.
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Traumatic Facial and Dental Injuries To Children
September 25, 2014
Traumatic facial and dental injuries occurs in about 10% of the general adult population. In children, the incidence of facial injury can double or even triple. The etiology of facial and dental injuries can be caused by a number of factors. An estimated 3 million cases are admitted to emergency rooms around the US each year. The surgeons at Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery are expertly trained any facial or dental trauma, especially in the pediatric population.
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Achieve Flawless Skin with Juvéderm
September 15, 2014
Whenever you first meet someone, the first thing they notice is your face. Smooth, firm skin is something that is wanted by millions, and people are willing to go to great lengths in order to achieve it. Having wrinkles and smile lines are simply a part of aging, and many people wish they could have the skin they had when they were younger. If you feel insecure about the way you look, it can cause you to feel poorly about yourself, and can hinder the way you interact the people around you. Though you may feel as though there is nothing you can do about your skin, Dr. Thomas M. Weil and Dr. Steve Koo are able to give you the skin you once had using Juvéderm at their Houston, TX dental office.
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Determining the Cost of Dental Implants
September 12, 2014
On average, dental implants cost more than traditional tooth cosmetic dental procedures because of multiple factors:
- lack of insurance coverage for the dental implants
- the rising costs of implant parts and components the
- higher level of quality achieved ( life-long quality)
However, the overall cost for dental implants can fluctuate with a simple case where adequate bone and tissue exists versus complex cases where surgeries to rebuild tissues and bone have to be done first.
At Piney Point Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery , our costs are in line with the average costs of dental implant providers in our area (Houston).
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Rest Well with Sleep Apnea Therapy
August 28, 2014
Everyone knows that a good night’s sleep is essential to a healthy body. When you sleep, your mind is able to recharge itself and your body is able to get prepared for the next day’s adventures. Unfortunately, not many people are able to get the recommended amount of sleep each night. Surprisingly, 40 percent of Americans suffer from daytime sleepiness, which hinders their ability to perform to their full potential. Sleep apnea is something that is more serious than people may think, and it is important to seek treatment. Dr. Thomas Weil and Dr. Steve Koo are able to give you the restful night sleep you have been wanting by offering sleep apnea therapy at their Houston, TX dental office.
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5 Important Factors For Long Term Care of Dental Implants
August 14, 2014
Five Factors to Help Care for Dental Implants Long Term
Many of patients that receive dental implants from the surgeons of Piney Point OMS don ‘t just receive great surgical treatment but also the necessary follow-up care that make the dental implants viable life long. This is especially true for patients who have lost teeth in the past understand the need for good hygiene care in the future.
The five factors that help care for the dental implants in the long term are:
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