Surgical Procedures

Dental implants are small titanium posts that replace missing teeth, functioning and looking like natural teeth to restore eating and smiling abilities.

Dental implants are surgically inserted into the jawbone to replace tooth roots. They fuse with the bone and provide a stable foundation for artificial teeth.

Typically, the dental implant process involves a single surgery. During this surgery, the implants are placed and allowed to bond with the jawbone for three to six months. Small posts are then attached in a separate procedure as anchors for the replacement teeth.

Implant surgery is a collaboration between an oral surgeon and a restorative dentist. The surgeon performs the implant surgery and any necessary extractions or bone grafting, while the restorative dentist creates the permanent prosthetics.

The All-on-4® treatment concept uses four implants to replace a full arch of teeth, offering benefits such as better aesthetics, function, and stability over traditional methods. Contact us today to learn more!

Wisdom teeth often cause problems as they try to fit into a mouth that is already full. They can grow sideways, partially emerge from the gum, or get trapped beneath the gum and bone. These poorly positioned impacted teeth can lead to infection, swelling, pain, and even the movement or disruption of other teeth. Tumors or cysts may also form around impacted wisdom teeth, damaging the jawbone and healthy teeth.

An oral examination and x-rays are used to evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and predict any present or future problems. Early evaluation and treatment can result in a better outcome for the patient.

Wisdom teeth removal is typically performed under local anesthesia, laughing gas, or general anesthesia. The method and surgical risks will be discussed with the patient before the procedure. Once the teeth are removed, the gum is sutured, and postoperative care instructions, pain medication, and antibiotics are provided.

Early removal of wisdom teeth is recommended to avoid future problems and reduce surgical risks. Patients are generally evaluated in their mid-teenage years by a dentist, orthodontist, or oral and maxillofacial surgeon.