At Midtown Dental Services, we understand that some dental issues require more advanced treatment. That is why we offer oral surgery services to help our patients achieve optimal oral health. While surgery is often a last resort, our dentist may recommend it when needed to improve your oral health. Our experienced dentist, Dr. Mark Jacobson, and team are committed to providing the highest level of care and ensuring that each patient that comes through our doors receives the treatment that is right for them.
What Is Oral Surgery?
Oral surgery, also known as oral and maxillofacial surgery, is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on surgical procedures involving the mouth, jaws, face and neck. It includes a variety of dental procedures, including tooth extractions, dental implant placement, corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery), treatment of oral infections, removal of impacted wisdom teeth and repair of facial trauma. It also plays a crucial role in addressing congenital and acquired facial deformities, such as cleft lips and palates.
When Is Oral Surgery Recommended?
Oral surgery is typically recommended when more conservative treatment options cannot fully meet a patient’s needs. In these cases, a surgical procedure may produce better results for your long-term oral health and wellbeing than other, less invasive, options.
Some common scenarios where oral surgery is necessary include:
- Tooth Extractions: When a tooth is severely decayed, damaged or impacted, oral surgery may be required to safely remove it, preventing further complications.
- Wisdom Teeth Removal: Impacted or problematic wisdom teeth often necessitate surgical extraction to prevent pain, infection and damage to neighboring teeth.
- Dental Implants: Dental implants are surgically placed in the jawbone to replace missing teeth effectively, offering a stable and long-lasting solution.
- Bone Grafting: If your supportive bone has deteriorated due to gum disease, missing teeth or other factors, bone grafting can be performed to restore healthy, supporting bone to your jaw and ensure your smile has a stable foundation. This procedure is often necessary prior to implant placement.
- Corrective Jaw Surgery: Orthognathic surgery can correct jaw misalignment, improving function, aesthetics and overall quality of life for individuals with severe jaw issues.
- Facial Trauma: Oral surgery can repair facial injuries resulting from accidents or sports-related incidents, restoring both function and appearance.
- Pathology and Infections: Surgical intervention may be required to remove oral tumors or cysts, or to treat severe infections that do not respond to conventional dental treatments.
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