Oral Surgery

Oral Surgery

Oral surgery involves specialized procedures to treat conditions affecting the teeth, gums, jaw, and surrounding structures. It includes treatments like tooth extractions, dental implants, jaw corrections, and soft tissue surgeries, improving oral function, aesthetics, and overall health.

Causes for the Need for Oral Surgery

• Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Teeth trapped in the gums or jawbone causing pain or infection.
• Severe Tooth Decay: Teeth too damaged for restoration requiring extraction.
• Tooth Loss: Replacing missing teeth with implants or prosthetics.
• Jaw Misalignment: Correcting overbites, underbites, or other jaw irregularities.
• Oral Infections: Treating abscesses or cysts in the teeth, gums, or jawbone.
• Gum Disease: Advanced periodontal treatments to remove infection and restore gum health.

Symptoms Indicating the Need for Oral Surgery

• Persistent Jaw Pain: Discomfort when chewing or speaking.
• Swelling or Infection: Infections that don’t resolve with antibiotics or routine care.
• Difficulty Opening or Closing Mouth: Limited jaw movement indicating TMJ issues.
• Impacted Teeth: Pain, swelling, or infection around unerupted teeth.
• Facial Asymmetry: Caused by jaw misalignment or bone loss.
• Chronic Gum Bleeding: Advanced periodontal disease requiring surgical intervention.