Modern surgical dentistry is a broad field that today not only deals with tooth extraction but also with the diagnosis and treatment of various problems in the oral cavity and jaw, as well as solving aesthetic issues.
So, what does surgical dentistry involve?
Tooth Extraction
Tooth extraction is not always a straightforward procedure and can be considered a serious surgical intervention. Usually, the need for extraction arises in cases of severe tooth decay, fracture, abscess formation, bite distortion, or preparation for prosthetics or implantation. Impacted wisdom teeth that do not erupt properly often cause significant problems, and in such cases, surgical extraction is also performed.
All these cases require a serious approach from an experienced oral surgeon because it is important not only to perform the surgical intervention with minimal trauma and success but also to provide proper postoperative care for the teeth and gums to avoid complications later on.
Implantation
Dental implantation is also a specialization within surgical dentistry. During dental implantation, an artificial tooth root is surgically placed into the jawbone to replace a missing or extracted tooth. Afterward, a dental crown is placed on top of the implant. Often, depending on the condition of the bone tissue, bone grafting is performed during implantation to ensure that the implant remains securely anchored in the jawbone and lasts for a long time.
In addition to placing the implant, it is often necessary to remove a damaged implant for various reasons.
Both the placement and removal of implants are surgical procedures that involve making incisions in the gums and drilling into the jawbone, among other steps. To minimize trauma and avoid postoperative complications, it is very important to consult a qualified implantologist-dentist and follow their care instructions carefully.
Removal of cysts, abscesses, fibromas, tumors
Various formations often develop in the oral cavity and gum tissues. Their removal is also performed by oral surgeons, who first diagnose the type of formation, determine the method of removal, and plan postoperative care.
Treatment of Periodontitis (Gum Disease)
Periodontitis is the damage of the tissues surrounding the teeth, during which the bone tissue around the tooth sockets also deteriorates, causing teeth to become loose. The gums are also affected, leading to bleeding, and in more severe cases, pus formation. When treatment is delayed or ineffective, surgical dentistry steps in to manage the treatment of periodontitis.
Plastic surgery procedures
Oral surgeons also perform plastic surgeries in the oral cavity, such as:
Frenulum plastic surgery of the upper and lower lips, which is done when a short frenulum causes bite or other problems.
Frenulum plastic surgery of the tongue, especially in childhood, when a short frenulum interferes with proper speech development.
Gingivoplasty, which is the correction of the gum contours.
It is important to note that all these procedures performed by dentists are done under local anesthesia. As with other surgeries, modern and high-quality methods and instruments are used in surgical dentistry, along with strict adherence to sanitary and hygienic standards during the surgery and proper postoperative care.
Therefore, when seeking help from surgical dentistry, choose a dental center where everything is handled at a proper level, and pay attention to the experience and qualifications of the oral surgeon.
