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Dr. Christopher L Tye, MD DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Chris Tye, MD, DDS is a Board Certified Oral Surgeon with over 25 years of experience located centrally to Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. His services include the removal of wisdom teeth, dental implants for missing teeth, All-on-Four Implants for secure dentures, extractions, and IV Conscious Sedation in a state-of-the-art out-patient Surgical Facility.
Our goal at Texas Oral Surgery Specialists is to ensure the highest possible level of care.
Health professionals and former patients recommend Dr. Tye because of his years of experience in delivering quality care to patients, and because they have full confidence in our clinical abilities and professional ethics. We will go through diligent efforts to ensure that everyone receives the highest quality of care that our patients deserve and expect.
We will treat all of our patients with respect and loyalty, as we feel honored to be chosen as their health care provider.
Our goal at Texas Oral Surgery Specialists is to ensure the highest possible level of care.
Health professionals and former patients recommend Dr. Tye because of his years of experience in delivering quality care to patients, and because they have full confidence in our clinical abilities and professional ethics. We will go through diligent efforts to ensure that everyone receives the highest quality of care that our patients deserve and expect.
We will treat all of our patients with respect and loyalty, as we feel honored to be chosen as their health care provider.
41 years
Experience
Dr. Christopher L. Tye, MD DDS
- Colleyville, TX
- Baylor College of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
5 Interesting Facts about Dental Implants
Tooth loss is never an enjoyable experience to face. While both dentists and oral surgeons will do their best to help you maintain your natural teeth for as long as possible through...
Health benefits of removing wisdom teeth
Having impacted wisdom teeth removed will certainly benefit your oral health and your smile’s appearance, but your entire body will gain from the procedure as well. Therefore,...
How long does the dental implant process take?
Once an implant is placed, the time before the restoration ( the top visible part, ie, the crown) is often three months; however, in some cases it can be as short as six weeks. If READ MORE
Once an implant is placed, the time before the restoration ( the top visible part, ie, the crown) is often three months; however, in some cases it can be as short as six weeks.
If the tooth exists and needs to be extracted, the time can be anywhere from three to six months until the final restoration, depending on many factors.
Frequently, teeth are removed, and the site is grafted. The bone graft takes three months to solidify, and then the implant is placed. This allows for the most predictable healing.
In some cases, the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth is removed; however, there are more potential problems with this approach, including implants not being placed in the ideal angulation or position, long-term gum problems around the implant, and/or implants exposed to the oral environment.
If the tooth exists and needs to be extracted, the time can be anywhere from three to six months until the final restoration, depending on many factors.
Frequently, teeth are removed, and the site is grafted. The bone graft takes three months to solidify, and then the implant is placed. This allows for the most predictable healing.
In some cases, the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth is removed; however, there are more potential problems with this approach, including implants not being placed in the ideal angulation or position, long-term gum problems around the implant, and/or implants exposed to the oral environment.
How long does novocaine last after wisdom tooth removal?
There are several local anesthetics used by dentists. Most commonly, Lidocaine (aka Xylocaine) is used. Duration can vary depending upon the amount used and the location of the READ MORE
There are several local anesthetics used by dentists. Most commonly, Lidocaine (aka Xylocaine) is used. Duration can vary depending upon the amount used and the location of the injection. Most often, one may expect a local anesthetic to last 1-2 hours, unless a long-acting anesthetic, such as Marcaine, was used which may last 4-8 hours. Another consideration with lower wisdom teeth removal is that the nerve is often very close to the roots and some "bruising" of the nerve may occur upon removal of the wisdom tooth which may prolong the numbing hours or even days or weeks.
What can I expect after a tooth extraction?
Although individuals may vary, most patients who have their wisdom teeth removed by a qualified oral surgeon should expect 2-3 days of recovery from swelling and pain, and 3-5 READ MORE
Although individuals may vary, most patients who have their wisdom teeth removed by a qualified oral surgeon should expect 2-3 days of recovery from swelling and pain, and 3-5 days of a modified, soft diet.
Dr. Chris Tye, MD, DDS
Dr. Chris Tye, MD, DDS
My wisdom tooth is aching. Is it better to have it extracted?
Wisdom Teeth often create problems including inflammation or infection in the gum tissue, decay, and or gum disease. Wisdom teeth that do not have room to erupt and/or cause any READ MORE
Wisdom Teeth often create problems including inflammation or infection in the gum tissue, decay, and or gum disease. Wisdom teeth that do not have room to erupt and/or cause any of the above problems should be evaluated by an oral surgeon for possible treatment.
Adult tooth is loose. What should I do?
As a general rule, trauma to teeth that causes pain or displacement should be promptly evaluated by your oral surgeon or dentist. An Exam and Radiographs can determine the extent READ MORE
As a general rule, trauma to teeth that causes pain or displacement should be promptly evaluated by your oral surgeon or dentist.
An Exam and Radiographs can determine the extent of damage and whether the 1) tooth is loose in the socket, 2) the surrounding bone is damaged, and/or 3) the tooth is fractured.
If the tooth had pre-existing decay or gum disease, the ability to save the tooth may be jeopardized.
If the tooth is considered salvageable, generally, it needs to be held in place by splinting. A soft diet is often recommended.
Traumatically injured teeth ultimately may need root canals.
If teeth ultimately need to be removed, dental implants are often an option for tooth replacement.
No patient/doctor relationship exists. General Comments have been made.
An Exam and Radiographs can determine the extent of damage and whether the 1) tooth is loose in the socket, 2) the surrounding bone is damaged, and/or 3) the tooth is fractured.
If the tooth had pre-existing decay or gum disease, the ability to save the tooth may be jeopardized.
If the tooth is considered salvageable, generally, it needs to be held in place by splinting. A soft diet is often recommended.
Traumatically injured teeth ultimately may need root canals.
If teeth ultimately need to be removed, dental implants are often an option for tooth replacement.
No patient/doctor relationship exists. General Comments have been made.
Risk of nerve damage during impacted wisdom tooth surgery?
A thorough exam and x-rays by your oral surgeon or dentist can determine if wisdom teeth are indicated to be removed. Indications to remove wisdom teeth include, but are not limited READ MORE
A thorough exam and x-rays by your oral surgeon or dentist can determine if wisdom teeth are indicated to be removed. Indications to remove wisdom teeth include, but are not limited to: infection, gum disease, decay, cyst, and/or crowding. Frequently patients elect to have wisdom teeth removal performed with IV conscious sedation under the care of an oral surgeon.
Any surgical removal has the potential of complications, including but not limited to: infection, pain, delayed healing, numbness to lip/chin and/or tongue, and damage to nearby structures including teeth or sinuses.
Although rare, numbness to the lip, chin and or tongue, possibly including the loss of taste, can follow the removal of lower wisdom teeth. If numbness does occur, if frequently, although not always, resolves or improves within 6 weeks to 3 months.
No patient doctor relationship exists. General comments have been made
Any surgical removal has the potential of complications, including but not limited to: infection, pain, delayed healing, numbness to lip/chin and/or tongue, and damage to nearby structures including teeth or sinuses.
Although rare, numbness to the lip, chin and or tongue, possibly including the loss of taste, can follow the removal of lower wisdom teeth. If numbness does occur, if frequently, although not always, resolves or improves within 6 weeks to 3 months.
No patient doctor relationship exists. General comments have been made
