Oral Surgery
Oral surgery is an invasive procedure performed on teeth, jaw and gums to treat more complex conditions. A simple extraction can be performed by all dentists but some forms or wisdom teeth extractions, e.g. impactions, need more specialised care.
Certain types of dental implant placement, root canal treatment and other complex treatments require oral surgery appointments.
Our experienced dental team is skilled in the following
- The treatment of impacted or diseased teeth.
- Dental implant surgery.
- Facial trauma specifically related to the mouth.
- Treating deep oral infections, tumors or growths.
- Offering reconstructive or cosmetic surgery related to the mouth.
- Dealing with specific jaw problems related to the temporomandibular.
Aftercare
Frequently Asked Questions
Is oral surgery painful?
Oral surgery is not a painful procedure. Our dental team takes all necessary measures to ensure that you do not feel any discomfort including administering local anesthetic medications.
How long will it take to recover from gum surgery?
If tissue is removed from the mouth, you may have some pain for a few days that can be relieved with over the counter pain tablets. The healing procedure is usually quick and it will usually take 1 to 2 weeks for your mouth to heal completely, although it can take longer.
How soon can I eat after oral surgery?
It may require somewhere between a few days to a couple of weeks to recover from wisdom tooth surgery, but mostly people start feeling better after three days.
Can I drive home myself after the surgery?
If you have been given sedation medications, then you will require someone to pick you up after surgery.
