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| Oral Surgery at Eastpoint Dental Clinic |
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What is oral surgery?
Our dentists at Eastpoint Dental Clinic take great pride and care in
their work. Oral surgery is usually required in more extreme cases such as a
cracked tooth that requires removal or the placement of dental implants. We use
the best tools available for our oral surgery procedures and provide a clean
and safe environment to ensure your health and safety.
Various oral surgery procedures may be required to facilitate function of
an oral appliance (partial or full denture), enhance the boney anatomy for improved
aesthetics, improve periodontal health, and promote ideal healing after dental
extractions or in preparation of dental implants. Your care and comfort
are of the utmost importance to us. We strive to keep your discomfort at a minimum
during any procedures.
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What oral surgery services do you offer?
The staff at Eastpoint Dental Clinic will work with you to determine your
specific oral surgery needs, or discover alternate routes for your most effective
dental treatment. Our oral surgery services include:
• Wisdom Teeth Removal
• Dental Implants
• Fixing Unequal Jaw Growth
• Improving Fit of Dentures
• Treating TMJ Disorder |
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• Anesthesia
• Deep Sedation
• Nitrous Oxide Therapy
• Impacted Tooth Extraction
• Orthognathic Surgery |
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• Tooth Extraction
• Cosmetic Tooth Replacement
• Oral Cancer Screening
• Scaling & Root Planning
• Ridge Modification |
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| Want more info? Read our frequently asked questions! |
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Why should I have my wisdom
teeth removed?
Wisdom teeth-also called third molars--may cause
many problems if they aren't removed. They can crowd other teeth, shifting them,
disrupting your bite and even contributing to bone loss in your jaw. Partially
erupted wisdom teeth can trap food, causing tooth decay and contributing to gum
disease. They may cause swelling and pain in your jaw. The longer your wisdom
teeth remain in your mouth, the more potential they have to do damage-and the
more difficult they are to remove. We'll be glad to evaluate the way your wisdom
teeth and let you know what treatment, if any, we recommend.
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What options do I have for anesthesia?
We have personnel specially trained to administer
and monitor your vital signs during surgery. We offer everything from nitrous
to oral sedation to IV sedation. The type we use depends on the procedures you
are having done, and your own preferences. We'll be happy to discuss the various
types of sedation with you.
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What is jaw reconstruction?
Jaw reconstruction-also called orthognathic surgery-involves
reshaping a patient's face to correct facial or jaw abnormalities. In orthognathic
surgery, the doctor changes the position of the jaw to improve its function (chewing
and speaking) and appearance. Jaw reconstruction surgery is often done in conjunction
with orthodontic treatment.
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What are dental implants?
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that
a periodontist places into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental
implants are an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have
lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason.
While high-tech in nature, dental implants are actually more tooth-saving than
traditional bridgework, since implants do not rely on neighboring teeth for support.
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What is ridge modification?
Deformities in the upper or lower jaw can leave
you with inadequate bone in which to place dental implants. This defect may have
been caused by periodontal disease, wearing dentures, developmental defects,
injury or trauma. Not only does this deformity cause problems in placing the
implant, it can also cause an unattractive indentation in the jaw line near the
missing teeth that may be difficult to clean and maintain.
To correct the problem,
the gum is lifted away from the ridge to expose the bony defect. The defect is
then filled with bone or bone substitute to build up the ridge. Your periodontist
can tell you about your options for graft materials, which can help to regenerate
lost bone and tissue. Finally, the incision is closed and healing is allowed
to take place.
Depending on your individual needs, the bone usually will be allowed
to develop for about four to 12 months before implants can be placed. In some
cases, the implant can be placed at the same time the ridge is modified. Ridge
modification has been shown to greatly improve appearance and increase your chances
for successful implants that can last for years to come. Ridge modification can
enhance your restorative success both esthetically and functionally.
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