Dr. Patrick A Abbey D.M.D
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
3000 E. FLETCHER AVE STE 100 TAMPA FL, 33613Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Patrick Abbey is a Florida native, born and raised in Sarasota. He attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate and dental degrees. Following dental school, he completed his Oral and Maxillofacial ...
Board Certification
American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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Dr. Patrick A Abbey D.M.D's Expert Contributions
Is numbness normal after wisdom teeth removal?
Only for the first day. If you are having numbness that is persisting beyond that, it could be a sign of nerve injury or damage and should be evaluated. READ MORE
Does an oral surgeon treat TMJ?
Some do and others don't. Make sure you are seeing a board certified OMFS and simply calling their office to ask would let you know. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from a tooth extraction?
It depends on the diagnosis that is making the extraction necessary and the difficulty of the surgery. Typically, you will feel fine within 2-3 days. READ MORE
Is having a tooth pulled considered oral surgery?
Yes, with the degree of surgery depending on which tooth and why it needs removal. Seeing a board certified OMFS will result in the easiest path of surgery and recovery for you. READ MORE
What's the recovery length of a tooth extraction?
Usually about 2-3 days. READ MORE
Can alcohol delay the healing of my wisdom tooth removal?
It depends on how many days later. Stay away from carbonated drinks, don't use a straw and do NOT drink if you are taking prescription pain meds. If the party is that important and you are not in pain from the wisdom teeth, you might want to consider rescheduling the surgery to a better timeframe. READ MORE
When can I eat hard foods after tooth extraction?
No. You will still need to avoid that area and be careful. READ MORE
Is a wisdom tooth removal painful?
Yes, but usually not intense. You may need pain medication for a day or 2, but typically not beyond that. READ MORE
How do you know if you need your wisdom teeth removed?
Have a consult with a board certified OMFS and have them review your xray to explain the indications for their possible removal. Everyone is different and unique in that regard. READ MORE
How should I sleep with wisdom tooth pain?
See a board certified OMFS for a consult ASAP. The pain may be from an infection, and the only answer may be for them to be removed. The infection could spread to become VERY serious if not treated. READ MORE
What can I eat one week after wisdom tooth removal?
After 1 week, you should be fine to return to a normal diet. READ MORE
Why was I prescribed antibiotics after extraction?
To limit the risk of having a post operative infection. READ MORE
What happens when you get a tooth implant?
The "implant" is like a root replacement. This needs to be placed into the bone first and given time to heal (about 3 months in lower jaw, 5-6 in upper), then the tooth portion of the procedure can be done, which takes 2 visits back with the dentist. READ MORE
Ways to get rid of TMJ pain?
You can try resting your jaw, using NSAID medication (like Motrin), heat/cold packs. If it persists, see a board certified OMFS that treats TMJ patients and see about having an occlusal splint made (type of night guard made for TMJ). READ MORE
Is it hard to chew because of TMJ?
Most likely, you may want to explore options for treating it if you have not already. READ MORE
How can I recover after surgery to remove my wisdom teeth?
Rest for the first day or 2 after surgery, ice to your face the first day, keep you head elevated after surgery, don't use a straw the first week, nothing carbonated during that time frame and take your medications as directed. They should give you a list of post op instructions after your surgery to follow at home. READ MORE
Is maxillofacial surgery used to treat jaw diseases?
Typically the answer would be yes, but it also depends on the type of disease. Some maxillofacial surgeons do not treat malignancies (cancer) of the jaws, while others might. READ MORE
How long does a dental implant procedure take?
If there is only one implant being placed, it would typically be less than an hour. READ MORE
Does having a tooth replaced require an oral surgery follow up?
Yes. Usually the first step is placing the dental implant, which is like the root replacement that goes into the bone. This needs to heal for 3-6 months depending on the site before the tooth portion can be put into place. All together, you might require 4-5 visits from start to finish. READ MORE
What foods can I eat after oral surgery?
Usually very soft, non-chew type of diet the first day, advancing slowly over the first week depending on the surgery. They should go over all of this with you the day of the surgery before your discharge. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate professor University of Florida OMFS 2014 - 2018
Professional Memberships
- AAOMS, ABOMS, ACOMS,
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