When a tooth is lost, the surrounding bone often is often affected over time. Patients without enough jaw bone mass are not candidates for dental implants. Bone grafting is often performed to reverse bone loss or enhance existing bone, allowing for the placement of dental implants after the bone graft has healed and created the necessary foundation for the implants.
Bone grafting for the purpose of rebuilding jaw bone to support dental implants can usually be done in our office. The surgeon may recommend that the grafting material be taken from the patients own bone or from another source. Synthetic material can also be used to generate bone growth. Bone grafting allows for proper support of dental implants or prostheses. Healing time prior to the placement of the implants is generally between 4 6 months, though it can sometimes take longer.
We believe that excellent oral health has a significant impact on our patients lives and provide services to help our patients maintain or improve their oral health. Addressing oral surgery needs before potential problems begin to negatively impact a patients oral health is always our goal.
Extractions, soft tissue surgery, treating or preventing infections and other treatments are recommended and performed with the goal of keeping the mouth free of harmful bacteria, infection and inflammation helps to preventthe entry and spread of germs or illness.
Diabetes Research has indicated that people with diabetes are more at risk for developing gum disease and that diabetics who have advanced periodontal disease may experience some additional challenges in managing their blood sugar.
Dr. Stutts earned his undergraduate degree from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Temple School of Dentistry in 2004. He completed his residency training at Columbia University School of Physicians and Surgeons, Harlem Hospital Center in New York.
Dr. Stutts has been an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in private practice since 2009 in New York and North Carolina. Following completion of his surgical training, Dr Stutts worked as an associate in lower Manhattan. After practicing in Manhattan for several years, Dr Stutts returned to his home State of North Carolina to open two private surgical centers which he operated successfully.
Several years ago, Dr. Stutts and his family relocated to New Jersey. He continues to practice oral maxillofacial surgery with an emphasis on full mouth reconstruction with safety, patient comfort and care as the upmost priority.
Dr Stutts practices oral and maxillofacial surgery with emphasis ranging from wisdom teeth removal to reconstructive dental implant surgery. This expertise also involves the All on 4 technique in which he is highly respected, experienced and proficient. Dr Stutts has been a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, a member of the North Carolina State Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He has also been a member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Stutts is also fluent in Spanish and enjoys spending quality time with his family.