Oral Surgery

Oral surgery involves surgical procedures performed on the mouth, jaws, and surrounding tissues to treat a variety of dental and medical conditions. These procedures may be necessary for issues that cannot be addressed with routine dental treatments, and they are designed to improve function, relieve pain, or enhance oral health.

Common Oral Surgery Procedures

• Tooth Extraction:

  • Simple Extraction: Removal of teeth that are visible and can be easily accessed, typically performed under local anesthesia.
  • Surgical Extraction: Involves the removal of teeth that are impacted or have not fully erupted, often requiring a small incision in the gum tissue.

• Dental Implants:

  • Placement of artificial tooth roots into the jawbone to support replacement teeth. The procedure involves several stages, including implant placement, healing, and attachment of the final restoration.

• Wisdom Tooth Removal:

  • Extraction of the third molars, or wisdom teeth, which often become impacted or cause discomfort. This procedure may involve a surgical approach if the teeth are not fully erupted or are positioned awkwardly.

• Bone Grafting:

  • A procedure to restore or enhance the bone structure in the jaw, often performed prior to implant placement. Grafting material may be taken from another part of your body or from a donor source.

• Frenectomy:

  • Removal of the frenulum, a small fold of tissue that connects the lip or tongue to the mouth. This procedure may be necessary if the frenulum restricts movement or causes functional issues.

• Corrective Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic Surgery):

  • Surgery to correct misalignments of the jaw and improve bite function. This may be indicated for severe cases of malocclusion (bad bite) or skeletal discrepancies.

• Cyst and Tumor Removal:

  • Surgical removal of cysts, tumors, or abnormal growths in the oral cavity. This procedure is performed to diagnose and treat potential or existing oral health issues.