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Nicholas Hill

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Nicholas Hill is a top Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Charlottesville, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Nicholas Hill is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Nicholas Hill is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Nicholas Hill is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Charlottesville, Virginia, Dr. Nicholas Hill is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
17 years Experience
Nicholas Hill
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • West Virginia University School of Dentistry
  • Accepting new patients

Is a wisdom tooth extraction painful?

I usually tell patients sore for a week and tender for two. A lot of factors weigh in. Surgeons technique, time to remove, difficulty of impaction

Do I need to remove the cyst under molar?

Absolutely should have it biopsied. You don’t know it is a cyst or no dentist can tell you this without prior biopsy to confirm histopathologic diagnosis. Could be something else. READ MORE
Absolutely should have it biopsied. You don’t know it is a cyst or no dentist can tell you this without prior biopsy to confirm histopathologic diagnosis. Could be something else.

Do I need to remove a mouth cyst?

Who told you it was a cyst? A cyst is an epithelial lined cavity. That’s it. Needs to be biopsied and should be sent to an oral and maxillofacial pathologist for diagnosis.

Is it normal to get wisdom teeth when you're 14?

Skeletal age and dental age don’t always coincide. If surgeon said it was appropriate to remove, then I would agree. Most 20 year olds have longer roots which can have complications. READ MORE
Skeletal age and dental age don’t always coincide. If surgeon said it was appropriate to remove, then I would agree. Most 20 year olds have longer roots which can have complications.

How long does the dental implant surgery last?

Depends on site, under IV anesthesia or local, grafting, bone reconstruction, extraction with immediate placement. A lot of factors weigh in. Usually about 30 minutes