Most of us are well-versed with our trips to the general
dentist and why regular cleanings are an important part of health care.
However, teeth and all of their relating components are complicated systems
requiring the help of several specialists – no matter the issue, there is a
doctor that can help you! The doctor may be your general dentist, but it could
also be a specialty doctor that has extensive training on a specific aspect of
your oral health. In this way, you can be confident you are always taken care of and your smile can
keep on shining.
We are an oral surgery practice, focusing on the complex
systems relating to your mouth and the surrounding maxillofacial anatomy. We specialize
in procedures like extractions, as well as sophisticated facial reconstructive
surgeries. When it comes to trips to our office, here are five common reasons
we might see you here!
- Extraction
- Wisdom Tooth Extraction
- Bone Grafting/ Dental Implants
- Jaw Surgery
- Facial Reconstruction
Extraction
A tooth extraction may be necessary for a number of reasons,
including injury or severe cases of decay. Our first goal is always to save the
tooth. However in some cases it is not possible and we will guide you through a
comfortable extraction process. Once complete, we will work with you to achieve
the best possible outcome for your smile with tooth replacement options.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Although not everyone requires their wisdom teeth extracted,
the vast majority of us do at one point or another. Wisdom teeth vary greatly
in their development, and can come in at different ages and positions. If you
are fortunate enough that yours erupt cleanly and in alignment, your general dentist
may be able to perform the extraction for you. However, it’s incredibly common
for wisdom teeth to become impacted in the jaw bone, or erupt at odd angles in
the mouth. When this happens, we can comfortably accommodate the extraction.
Bone Grafting & Dental Implants
There are a variety of situations that require a bone
grafting procedure for when there is not sufficient bone remaining in the
mouth, most commonly: extraction site graft, past injury, severe caries, or
periodontal disease. Bone regeneration is a procedure used to prevent gum scar
tissue from invading a vacant space in order to best reshape or rebuild the
jaw. The use of these procedures can greatly enhance the outcome of restorative
procedures, such as dental implants. Implant procedures are one of our primary
specializations – having a missing tooth can damage a person’s confidence, but
did you know it can also affect the health of their mouth? When your smile has
a vacant space, gum tissue and the surrounding teeth will compete to fill it.
The damage it can cause is highly preventable, so if you have a missing tooth
you should let us know. It is both a cosmetic and medical procedure that we are
happy to work through with you.
Jaw Surgery
Jaw surgery is an important procedure that can bring
patients joy by improving both the health and the aesthetics of their smile. It
can correct a wide range of irregularities, whether they are sustained from
environmental factors (such as injury or lifestyle habits) or simply genetic.
Without receiving needed treatment, many individuals struggle with chewing,
speaking, breathing, or other daily functions. Problems can also arise from
excessive wearing of the teeth or straining the jaw. Jaw surgery is performed
by the highly trained specialists in our office to drastically improve your
quality of life and confidence in your smile.
Facial Reconstruction
Oral surgeons are trained to handle more than just the
health of your teeth. We specialize in treating many forms of facial trauma,
and can accompany you through a facial reconstructive surgery. Facial injuries
can feel daunting, and are oftentimes emotional – we are here to help. When you
become our patient, you can be sure you are in extremely qualified hands and
focus on feeling better.
We are here to help you feel confident about the health of
your smile. If you believe any of these procedures could benefit you, or if you
have any other concerns about your oral health – contact our office and let us
help.
2370 E. Bidwell, Suite 130Folsom, CA 95630Phone: 916-983-6637
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