Oral Surgery

Oral surgery anesthesia is an amazing tool Dr. Gocke uses to provide his Northern Virginia patients with comfort and ease during dental appointments and procedures. He uses a wide array of options and helps patients get...
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The thought of sedation dentistry comes to mind for many people in Northern Virginia when they find themselves in need of a dental procedure. After all, sedation dentistry helps take the edge off during appointments and prevents pain during procedures. However, at Virginia Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery, Dr. Gocke does things differently. Instead of using traditional sedation dentistry methods...
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Are you missing one of your teeth? Have you considered dental implants, but you are not sure about getting them? There are times when individuals who have missing teeth decide not to have an implant placed for their own personal reasons. However, many individuals do not understand the risk of this decision. Bone tissue is maintained by use, and the natural teeth are rooted in......
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Ensuring his patients are well-informed and well-prepared before a procedure is very important to Dr. Gocke. That is why he spends so much time reviewing every detail of your surgery with you during your pre-op appointments. ...
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For Northern Virginia men and women who are in need of dental work - whether for a deep, thorough cleaning or to have a tooth extracted - choosing the right dental specialist for the job is important. If you aren’t sure whether you should see an oral surgeon or a periodontist, keep reading as we explain the difference between these two specialists....
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The first manual toothbrush, similar to the one used today, was invented in 1948. The bristles of this toothbrush were made of hog hair and horsehair. These kinds of bristles were generally used until DuPont invented nylon. The toothbrush continued to develop, creating a selection of bristle types (soft, medium, or hard), different colors/patterns, and different kinds of toothbrushes, such as electric and manual toothbrushes.......
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When people think of oral surgery, they often think of wisdom teeth removal - and that’s it. Because this type of oral surgery is one of the most frequently performed in Northern Virginia, it’s become the automatic...
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It seems like your refrigerator is empty, and the pantry only has the girl-scout cookies you shouldn’t have bought last month. This could only mean one thing – it is time for a trip to the grocery store to stack up on all your favorite meals and treats. You arrive at the grocery store ready to shop, strolling down the aisles looking for the best......
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Anyone in Northern Virginia who has misalignment of the jaw knows the pain and discomfort it can cause. Thankfully, Dr. Gocke can help restore your smile and give you a functional bite by properly aligning your jaws though corrective jaw surgery....
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, but no matter what month it is oral cancer is always an important topic! The death rate associated with this cancer is particularly high due to routinely discovering it late in development. Approximately 45,750 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year. It will cause over 8,650 deaths, killing 1 person every 24 hours. However, approximately......
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