Oral Surgery

Oral Surgery

Oral surgery is surgery to treat many diseases, injuries and defects in the head, neck, face, jaws and the hard and soft tissues of the oral (mouth) and Cranio-maxillofacial (jaws and face) region. It is an internationally recognized surgical specialty. In most countries around the world, including the United States, Canada and Australia, it is a recognized specialty of dentistry; in others, such as the UK, it is recognized as a medical specialty.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is the field of dentistry that deals with diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries and defects. It aims to provide aesthetic and functional improvement of hard and soft tissues in the maxillofacial region.

If you are suffering from oral disease, bone deterioration, or need to have teeth removed, oral surgery may be a suitable option. This type of surgery ranges from minor to complicated cases and some of these include wisdom tooth extraction, dental implants and root canal.

Benefits of oral surgery:

• Replace tooth for long term benefit: Patients with missing teeth have different options. If you choose a denture or bridge, this will help to restore your tooth crown but it will not be able to replace the roots. Your device may last for many years but will probably require occasional repair and complete replacement.
• Prevent further damage: You may require oral surgery for a progressive problem in certain situations. If you don’t address jawbone deterioration, then this may get worse overtime. Fortunately, we can replace your lost tissue with bone grafting to avoid further deterioration that can lead to significant damage.
• Address your oral concern: We can address the problem that is negatively affecting your dental health rather than only dealing with its symptoms. You may take pain relievers to manage jaw problems and perform surgery to correct the problem with proper alignment.

Types of Oral Surgery:

• Dental implants: Dental implants are common oral surgeries that provide full support and stability to existing and new dentures. It helps in replacing lost or missing teeth with artificial ones to give the look and feel of a natural tooth. People who lose their teeth in an accident or due to infection may benefit from implant surgery. Your dentist may suggest teeth implants for restoring teeth and preventing further oral problems.
• Wisdom Tooth extraction: This is a common oral surgery where the tooth is extracted to save other teeth from getting infected. However, not all dental problems require wisdom tooth extraction.
• Root canal: There are certain dental problems that can be treated with root canal therapy. The procedure involves removing the decayed or infected nerve rather than the entire tooth. There are other kinds of oral surgeries that may be recommended by your dentist. But, these are the most common ones. You may be worried about the pain that you think oral surgery involves. Our experienced dentists ensure they provide the most favorable results with quick recovery and that patients are comfortable at all times.