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Your dentist has advised dental implants for your missing teeth. A dental implant is an artificial tooth root. Surgery is used to place the implants in your jawbone.

You have been scheduled for orthognathic surgery. This is treatment that reshapes or realigns the jaws and teeth to improve their form and function. During the months leading up to surgery, you’ll work with your orthodontist. Your treatment may take several years to complete.

TMD can cause painful and frustrating symptoms. Different pain relief methods may include medicines and certain types of therapy, such as massage or gentle exercise.

Aspirin is a blood-thinning medicine. It helps keep blood clots from forming. Learn how it's used to treat atherosclerosis.

Being more active is a key part of heart attack prevention. It helps your heart muscle and the rest of your body get stronger. It also helps control other heart risks.

After bypass surgery, you'll be taking medicines to manage heart disease. You may also take medicines for related conditions. Learn about these medicines.

After your bypass surgery, expect to have regular follow-up visits with your health care team.

After coronary artery bypass surgery, exercise is an important way to reduce your risk of future heart problems. Start slow, and build up your activity slowly.

Learn how to care for yourself at home after bypass surgery.