ORAL SURGERY
ORAL SURGERY
Services
Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to develop and usually erupt into the mouth between the ages of 16 – 25. When there is insufficient gum space for normal eruption, these teeth become impacted.
Our oral surgeon will discuss with you the best way of treating your wisdom teeth, and will outline the type of procedure required.
Dental Implants
Your dentures can be gone forever.
Implants allow replacement of one tooth or multiple teeth without the need for hooks or bridges.
Our dentists and/or oral surgeon will discuss with you the best type of procedure required.
Wisdom Teeth
On average adults have 32 teeth; 16 teeth on the top and 16 teeth on the bottom. Usually they are all fully developed by the age of 18. Different teeth have specific purposes and positions. Incisors, canine and bicuspid teeth are located in the front of the mouth and are ideal for chewing and biting large foods into smaller pieces. Molar teeth located at the back of the mouth are used to grind food up into a consistency suitable for swallowing.
Dental Implants
Dental Implants are used to restore the physical appearance and chewing functions of the mouth.
They are made up of small titanium screws that are designed to replace the root of a tooth, thus forming the base for the attachment of a new tooth or bridge (several teeth).
Single missing teeth due to fracture, decay or trauma can be replaced with implants.
Tooth Removal Procedure
The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon will talk you through the options available during your consult. He will also clearly explain the surgical risks including sensory nerve damage and sinus complications. After having removed the teeth the gums are sutured. Gauze is placed in the mouth to control bleeding. As you recover from the surgery you will rest in the chair and continue to bite down on the gauze. Once you feel ready you are discharged and taken home.
You will be given a post operation kit which includes instructions as to what to eat, drink and how best to protect your mouth from infection. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us on
096306382 and we will answer any of your questions.
Our services are provided in an environment of optimal safety that utilizes modern monitoring equipment and staff that are experienced in anesthesia techniques.
Dental Implant Procedure
Our Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon will talk you through the surgical procedure of a dental implant during your initial consultation.
The dental implant placement will involve a surgical procedure to both the gums and jaw bone. Once placed into the jaw bone, it will take 6-12 weeks to heal to the bone to support the overlying tooth structure.
