Dr. David H. Gilbert

What to Expect When You Get Your Wisdom Teeth Out

Parents! If your child’s dentist or orthodontist has told you it is time to have their wisdom teeth removed and has referred you to an oral surgeon, take heart. This is a routine surgery that we perform daily in our Upland practice and accredited surgery center facility. The extraction of wisdom teeth is a relatively […]

The Benefits of Cosmetic Ear Surgery

Do your ears stick out of your hair or your hats? Does the sight of them make you cringe every time you look in the mirror? We believe that no one should be walking around feeling bad about the state of their ears. Our otoplasty treatments offer a variety of benefits to those suffering from […]

Jaw Surgery and How It Can Help

What to Expect with Jaw Surgery Have you been told that you have an overbite, underbite, open bite, or crossbite? Were you born with some form of jaw defect or deficit? Have you been in an accident that caused trauma to your jaw? Maybe you struggle with an issue that seems indirectly connected to your […]

Everything You Need to Know About Lip Augmentation

How well do your lips frame your smile? Is your upper lip thinner than you would like? Do your lips seem to have lost their volume over the years? Lip augmentation, creating fuller, more youthful-looking lips with fillers, has become one of today’s most popular cosmetic procedures. Why Lips Matter Your smile tells a lot […]

Top 5 Reasons to Choose Dental Implants Over Dentures

Are you missing teeth and considering getting dental implants, bridges, or dentures? When it comes to choosing the superior teeth replacement method, patients and dentists alike agree that dental implants reign supreme. Implant teeth are made of three components: a titanium post, an abutment, and a crown. The post is the actual implant which we […]

What is bone grafting and why do we need it for dental Implants?

Dr. Gilbert performs comprehensive facial reconstruction. This includes all aspects of the facial skeleton (bone) and soft tissue complex (muscles, fascia, skin, etc.). Bone grafting is a procedure to rebuild missing bone or to augment existing bone structures. The jaws are a common area in need of bone grafting and especially the tooth-borne area of […]

Recovery Time for Wisdom Teeth Removal in Upland CA

Most people get their wisdom teeth removed by the age of 25, and whether you’re in school or working a full-time job, most of us are curious about the recovery time. How many days do I need to take off for wisdom teeth removal? We’ve created this guide to help you understand what to expect […]

3 Benefits of Getting a Tooth Implant Versus a Dental Bridge

When it comes to replacing teeth, options include dental implants, removable prostheses, and bridges, and at Inland Institute Surgery Center, we are experts in dental implants. What makes dental implants a better choice for many patients? We’ve compiled an in-depth comparison of the two options to provide you with the information you need to make […]