Face Forward with Dr. Tim Betita: Answers about Oral and Facial Surgery

Is your jaw pain something nobody can figure out? Were you told you're not a candidate for implants and sent home with no real plan? Dr. Tim Betita is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and physician who has treated thousands of TMJ and full arch dental implant patients across Southern California. He trained as both a dentist and a medical doctor, has performed thousands of jaw and implant surgeries, and now trains other surgeons in the procedures he pioneered. On this podcast he breaks down what most doctors get wrong about jaw pain and tooth loss and shows you exactly what a real path forward looks like. If you've been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to just live with it, you're in the right place. New episodes every week.

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  Face Forward with Dr. Tim Betita: Answers about Oral and Facial Surgery

  Most Dentists Tell Patients Over 70 They Can't Get Implants. They're Wrong.

  Jul 30, 202613 min

  Learn more: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ If you are over 80 and someone told you that you cannot get dental implants, listen closely. That is not a medical verdict. It is often just a sign that a particular office did not have the training or tools to make it work for you. In this episode, I'm going to explain why older patients get turned away so often, what a complete implant evaluation actually looks like, and how you can tell whether the no you received was a real answer or an incomplete one. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Most Dentists Tell Patients Over 70 They Can't Get Implants. They're Wrong. 0:58 What "not a candidate" really means 2:04 Why specialists exist for complex cases 3:39 The real variable is bone, not age 4:56 The jaw has more bone than you think 5:29 Was your evaluation actually complete 7:24 5 questions to ask about your last "no" 8:23 What changes with the right evaluation 9:30 My grandmother's story 10:24 What to do this week ❓ QUESTIONS ANSWERED Can someone over 80 get dental implants? Yes, in most cases. Being told you are not a candidate usually reflects the tools and training of that specific office, not a true limit of your body. Why do older patients get told they don't have enough bone? Many providers only evaluate the visible ridge bone, but structures like the cheekbone, palate, and back of the upper jaw can also anchor implants when a specialist knows how to use them. How do I know if my "no" was a complete answer? Ask if a 3D cone beam CT scan was taken, if a specific bone deficiency was named, and if you were referred to a surgeon trained in advanced techniques like zygomatic or pterygoid implants. If not, your evaluation was likely incomplete. RESOURCES Website: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ Practice: https://www.niguelcoastoralsurgery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentalimplantsgps/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dentalimplantsgps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentalimplantsgps Subscribe for weekly episodes on jaw pain, full arch dental implants, and what to actually expect when oral surgery is on the table. If you've been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to just live with it, you're in the right place. ABOUT DR. TIM BETITA: Dr. Tim Betita is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, licensed dentist, and physician. He holds a DDS from the University of the Pacific and an MD from UT Health San Antonio. After treating thousands of full arch implant and TMJ patients across Southern California, he now trains other surgeons in the minimally invasive techniques he has pioneered. His approach: find strong bone, build around it, and protect what doesn't need to go. #OralSurgeon #DentalImplants #TMJ #FullArchImplants #JawPain

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  Face Forward with Dr. Tim Betita: Answers about Oral and Facial Surgery

  If My Jaw Started Popping and Clicking, Here's Exactly What I'd Do First

  Jul 23, 202617 min

  Learn more: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ If my jaw started clicking tomorrow, I know exactly what I would do first. Most people do nothing. They wait, they Google it, and they hope it goes away on its own. That is the mistake that turns an easy fix into a hard one. In this episode, I'm going to explain what's actually happening inside your jaw joint when it clicks, walk you through a simple self-assessment you can do tonight, and show you the one step almost nobody takes before their first TMJ appointment. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 If My Jaw Started Popping and Clicking, Here's Exactly What I'd Do First 0:58 Why most people wait and why that's a mistake 2:19 What to understand before your first TMJ appointment 3:51 What's really happening inside your jaw when it clicks 6:10 Joint problem vs muscle problem: why the difference matters 9:03 The one move I'd make before starting any treatment 11:00 Self-check: joint pain or muscle pain tonight 13:30 The bite test to pinpoint your problem 16:00 Why starting here doesn't mean surgery ❓ QUESTIONS ANSWERED Why does my jaw click when I open my mouth? Clicking happens when the small cartilage disc inside your TMJ shifts out of position and your jawbone catches it as it slides back into place. It is a mechanical signal, not just a random sound. Is a clicking jaw always something to worry about? Not always. Many people click for years without pain or progression, but painless clicking with fatigue, restriction, or bite changes should still be evaluated so you know which category you fall into. How do I know if my jaw problem is the joint or the muscles? Press directly in front of your ear canal while opening and closing your jaw to check the joint, then press along your jaw line, cheekbone, and temple to check the muscles. Pain at the joint points to a disc problem, while tenderness in the muscles points to a muscular problem, and many people actually have both. RESOURCES Website: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ Practice: https://www.niguelcoastoralsurgery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentalimplantsgps/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dentalimplantsgps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentalimplantsgps Subscribe for weekly episodes on jaw pain, full arch dental implants, and what to actually expect when oral surgery is on the table. If you've been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to just live with it, you're in the right place. ABOUT DR. TIM BETITA: Dr. Tim Betita is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, licensed dentist, and physician. He holds a DDS from the University of the Pacific and an MD from UT Health San Antonio. After treating thousands of full arch implant and TMJ patients across Southern California, he now trains other surgeons in the minimally invasive techniques he has pioneered. His approach: find strong bone, build around it, and protect what doesn't need to go. #OralSurgeon #DentalImplants #TMJ #FullArchImplants #JawPain

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  Face Forward with Dr. Tim Betita: Answers about Oral and Facial Surgery

  Dentures vs. Full Arch Implants: I've Watched Both Play Out. Here's What I'd Choose

  Jul 16, 202614 min

  📌 Learn more: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ Dentures or full arch implants. I have placed both. I have watched both play out over years and decades in real patients. This is not a marketing comparison. This is what I actually see when patients come back years later. In this episode, I'm going to break down what dentures and full arch implants actually do inside your body over time, where each one falls short, and which one I recommend and why. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Dentures vs. Full Arch Implants: I've Watched Both Play Out. Here's What I'd Choose 0:52 The real case for dentures 2:00 Why dentures cause bone loss over time 5:15 What full arch means, and how it differs from full mouth 7:37 The shortcut some surgeons take that costs you later 9:39 The five questions that decide which option is right for you 11:10 Here's the verdict, my honest recommendation 12:20 My grandmother's denture story 13:20 Three questions to bring to your next consultation ❓ QUESTIONS ANSWERED What is the difference between dentures and full arch dental implants? Dentures sit on top of the gums and do not stop the jawbone from shrinking over time. Full arch implants anchor into the bone itself and can preserve it, giving a fixed and stable set of teeth. Are full arch implants better than dentures? For patients who are medically stable and have enough bone, full arch implants are generally the better long term choice because they protect bone and function for decades. Dentures cost less upfront but often lead to ongoing bone loss, relines, and replacements over time. Is there an age limit for getting dental implants? No, age alone does not disqualify someone from implants. Candidacy depends on medical stability and available bone, which can only be confirmed with a CT scan and an experienced oral surgeon. 📱 RESOURCES Website: https://www.niguelcoastoralsurgery.com/ https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentalimplantsgps/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dentalimplantsgps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentalimplantsgps 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on jaw pain, full arch dental implants, and what to actually expect when oral surgery is on the table. If you've been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to just live with it, you're in the right place. ABOUT DR. TIM BETITA: Dr. Tim Betita is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, licensed dentist, and physician. He holds a DDS from the University of the Pacific and an MD from UT Health San Antonio. After treating thousands of full arch implant and TMJ patients across Southern California, he now trains other surgeons in the minimally invasive techniques he has pioneered. His approach: find strong bone, build around it, and protect what doesn't need to go. #OralSurgeon #DentalImplants #TMJ #FullArchImplants #JawPain

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  Face Forward with Dr. Tim Betita: Answers about Oral and Facial Surgery

  Diagnosed With TMJ? Watch This Before You Agree to Surgery

  Jul 9, 202612 min

  📌 Learn more: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ There's a question I hear from almost every woman who comes to see me after seeing two or three other providers first. It's not whether she needs surgery. It's why nobody could ever explain what was actually happening to her jaw. In this episode, I'm going to break down why the word TMJ is often just a label, why women get stuck in this diagnostic loop more than anyone else, and what a complete explanation of your situation should actually look like. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Diagnosed With TMJ? Watch This Before You Agree to Surgery 0:23 TMJ label versus TMJ diagnosis 1:26 Joint problem versus muscle problem 2:37 Why night guards fail so many patients 3:14 Why women are affected nine to one 4:28 How stress and hormones change your jaw 6:03 Questions that reveal your real diagnosis 7:19 The referral most patients never get 10:02 What to bring to your next appointment ❓ QUESTIONS ANSWERED Is TMJ a real diagnosis or just a placeholder term? TMJ is often used as a catch all phrase for joint damage, muscle spasm, or nerve involvement, which are three different problems needing three different treatments. If your provider used the word TMJ without specifying which structure is involved, you have not yet received a full diagnosis. Why are women affected by TMJ disorders more than men? Women make up roughly nine out of every ten TMJ patients, largely due to hormonal factors, joint laxity, and how stress loads differently into the female jaw and face. Most standard TMJ workups are not built to account for these differences, which is part of why women are frequently undertreated. What should I ask my doctor if I feel dismissed about my jaw pain? Ask which specific structure is causing your pain, what your imaging shows about that structure, and what the next step is if treatment does not improve things within six weeks. A provider who can answer clearly is working from a complete picture, and one who cannot may not have the full scope needed for your case. 📱 RESOURCES Website: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ Practice: https://www.niguelcoastoralsurgery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentalimplantsgps/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dentalimplantsgps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentalimplantsgps 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on jaw pain, full arch dental implants, and what to actually expect when oral surgery is on the table. If you've been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to just live with it, you're in the right place. ABOUT DR. TIM BETITA: Dr. Tim Betita is a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, licensed dentist, and physician. He holds a DDS from the University of the Pacific and an MD from UT Health San Antonio. After treating thousands of full arch implant and TMJ patients across Southern California, he now trains other surgeons in the minimally invasive techniques he has pioneered. His approach: find strong bone, build around it, and protect what doesn't need to go. #OralSurgeon #DentalImplants #TMJ #FullArchImplants #JawPain

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  Face Forward with Dr. Tim Betita: Answers about Oral and Facial Surgery

  5 Signs Your Implants May Be Failing Right Now. Here Is How to Know. (And What to Do About It)

  Jul 2, 202616 min

  📌 Learn more: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ Something still feels off after your dental implants, and you are not imagining it. The problem is that most of these warning signs get explained away until they become something much harder to fix. Catching them early is the difference between a simple adjustment and a full revision. In this episode, I'm going to walk you through five signs your dental implants may be failing, and for each one give you a specific question to ask yourself so you know whether it applies to you. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - 5 Signs Your Implants May Be Failing Right Now. Here Is How to Know. (And What to Do About It) 1:09 - Sign 1: Your bite feels different after surgery 3:07 - Sign 2: Persistent soreness or pressure in one spot 6:12 - Sign 3: Your gum line around the implant has changed 8:44 - Sign 4: You were told you have bone loss but never got a full explanation 11:12 - Sign 5: The implant feels fine but you have never had a follow-up scan 13:15 - Peri-implantitis: what it is and why it matters 14:27 - What to do before your next appointment ❓ QUESTIONS ANSWERED Q: How do you know if a dental implant is failing? A: Early warning signs include a bite that feels different than before surgery, persistent soreness in one specific spot, and visible changes to the gum line around the implant. These signs often get dismissed, but each one warrants imaging and a formal evaluation. Q: What is peri-implantitis and how do you catch it early? A: Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition around a dental implant that leads to bone loss. It produces no pain in its early stages, so the only way to catch it before it becomes serious is through regular X-rays that specifically measure bone levels around each implant. Q: Can dental implant bone loss be treated? A: Bone loss around implants caught early can often be managed without removing the implant. Bone loss that goes undetected for a year or more may require implant removal and a full revision, which is why routine monitoring is critical. 📱 RESOURCES Website: https://dentalimplantsgps.com/ Practice: https://www.niguelcoastoralsurgery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentalimplantsgps/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dentalimplantsgps TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentalimplantsgps 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes on jaw pain, full arch dental implants, and what to actually expect when oral surgery is on the table. If you've been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to just live with it, you're in the right place. ABOUT DR. TIM BETITA: Dr. Tim Betita is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, licensed dentist, and physician. He holds a DDS from the University of the Pacific and an MD from UT Health San Antonio. After treating thousands of full arch implant and TMJ patients across Southern California, he now trains other surgeons in the minimally invasive techniques he has pioneered. His approach: find strong bone, build around it, and protect what doesn't need to go. #OralSurgeon #DentalImplants #TMJ #FullArchImplants #JawPain

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