Oral Surgery

Some dental procedures require a very specific set of dental skills and fall into a branch of dentistry called oral surgery. Oral surgery treats a wide range of diseases and conditions, including:

Recovering From the Procedure

Any form of oral surgery requires a recovery period, during which you may be limited to certain types or consistencies of food or methods of taking in nutrition. A surgical extraction will likely only require some over-the-counter pain medication, while double jaw surgery patients might need stronger prescription painkillers. During the recovery period, it's important to follow the instructions of your oral surgeon, and to contact your dentist if you have any questions or concerns. Don't wait until an oral infection develops or complications occur. Call your dentist as soon as you notice anything out of the ordinary.

Remember that your entire medical and dental team will be behind you every step of the way, from preparing for to recovering from your oral surgery. With their help, you'll return to feeling your best in no time.