Surgery

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Specialist assessment for surgical dental needs.

Oral surgery includes assessment and management of impacted teeth, selected jaw conditions, and surgical implant procedures.

Potential benefits

Specialist-led planning
Imaging-based assessment
Structured follow-up

Who may consider it

Impacted teeth
Surgical extraction needs
Implant or bone assessment

Treatment process

01
Consultation

We listen to your concerns and review your dental and medical history.
02
Assessment

Clinical examination and appropriate imaging inform your personalized options.
03
Treatment

Care proceeds only after the plan, alternatives, and consent are discussed.
04
Follow-up

We review healing, maintenance, and any recommended continuing care.

Aftercare

Follow the clinician’s personalized instructions
Maintain gentle, effective oral hygiene
Attend recommended review appointments

Frequently asked questions

Will it hurt when my tooth is extracted?

Before the extraction, the area in question is completely numbed with local anesthesia, so that you shouldn't feel pain during the procedure. You may only feel slight pressure or movement.

Do all wisdom teeth need to be extracted?

No. If your wisdom tooth has enough space in the jaw, has erupted properly, isn't damaging the surrounding tissue, and can be kept clean, it may not need to be extracted. However, if it erupts crookedly, damages a neighboring tooth, or causes decay or infection, extraction may be recommended.

My wisdom tooth erupted halfway and I've developed bad breath. Why?

Gum tissue can remain covering a partially erupted wisdom tooth. Food debris and bacteria can build up underneath this tissue, causing inflammation, a bad taste, and bad breath. After an examination, cleaning the area, medication, or, if necessary, extraction can be planned.

Can I smoke after having a tooth extracted?

It's recommended not to smoke for the first 24-48 hours. Smoking can disrupt the blood clot that forms in the extraction site and lead to a condition known as "dry socket," which can cause severe pain.

I'm taking blood thinners. Can I still have a tooth extracted?

Taking blood thinners is not an absolute barrier to tooth extraction, but the type and dose of medication and your general health need to be assessed. You should not stop your medication on your own decision. When necessary, we consult with the physician monitoring your treatment to create a safe treatment plan.

How should I clean the extraction site after a tooth is pulled?

For the first 24 hours, you shouldn't touch the extraction site with a toothbrush, rinse forcefully, or spit. From the next day, you can brush your other teeth normally, and clean the extraction area carefully, following your dentist's recommendations.