Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a specialty within dentistry that borders on medicine. If you have problems with your jaw or teeth, you can consult an oral surgeon. This specialist is also the right person to see for facial injuries. Because oral surgery overlaps with medicine, these treatments take place in a hospital setting. The oral surgeon is an expert in conditions of the mouth and performs specialized procedures—ranging from minor to major—on the face. At YourDental, we maintain constant contact with oral surgeons and offer the appropriate care for every treatment. You can make an appointment at our practice for the following treatments:
- Placement of implants;
- Treatment of infections;
- Dental trauma after an accident;
- Removal of difficult wisdom teeth.
What does an oral surgeon do?
Oral surgery involves more than just removing wisdom teeth. You can visit an oral surgeon for problems with your jaw, face, or mouth. These often involve injuries or conditions that cannot be handled by a general dentist or require additional specialized treatment. You can consult an oral surgeon for treatments including:
- Placement of implants;
- Treatment of infections;
- Dental trauma after an accident;
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) complaints;
- Mucosal and/or salivary gland abnormalities;
- Growths in the oral cavity;
- Treatment of facial injuries;
- Removal of difficult wisdom teeth;
- Congenital abnormalities.
When to see an oral surgeon
Because oral surgery is a separate specialty, you cannot visit without a referral letter. If you wish to schedule an appointment with an oral surgeon, you must receive a referral from your dentist. This is the standard path to access an oral surgeon. Most treatments are performed during the first appointment, meaning you often only need one visit. This naturally depends on the severity of the injury and the scope of the treatment. You do not always need to see an oral surgeon for minor surgical procedures. Various treatments can be performed at YourDental. Always contact your dentist to discuss these options. Curious about the possibilities? Please feel free to ask our specialists your questions.
Oral surgery via your dentist
Have you been referred to an oral surgeon by your dentist, or are you experiencing issues with your teeth or jaw? Please contact the relevant surgeon. If you have questions regarding the reason for your referral or are curious about the possibilities within our dental practice, please contact us. We are happy to provide the information you need to help you further and clarify your questions. Because we maintain direct lines of communication with oral surgery departments, we can inform you well about this specialty and advise you on the necessary treatments for a healthy and strong set of teeth.
