Oral surgery and implantology is a specialised field in dentistry that deals with surgical procedures performed on teeth, gums, jaws and other rural structures, including the placement of dental implants.
These surgeries are performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons, who have additional years of specialisation in this field.
You may need an oral surgery for several reasons, such as:
Oral surgery comprises several procedures, each for a different condition. Let’s look at the most common oral surgery procedures performed at Hortman Clinics:
This is the most common oral surgery procedure and involves tooth removal. Tooth extraction is recommended in cases of severe tooth decay, excessively mobile teeth due to periodontitis, dental trauma, or wisdom teeth complications.
Dental experts at Hortman Clinics do their best to save your natural teeth with other treatments. However, in some cases, a tooth extraction is the best solution.
An extracted or missing tooth or teeth must be replaced as soon as possible to restore function, preserve bite and improve aesthetics. Dental implants are long-lasting tooth replacement options available today. They are small threaded screw-like structures placed in the bone and function as the tooth root.
A bone graft is required when bone loss has occurred in the jaw. The surgeon will place the bone graft to restore the volume and density of the jaw bone and make it conducive to successive implant placement.
Also called orthognathic surgery, this procedure corrects any skeletal abnormalities in the jaw bones. It is usually done as part of orthodontic treatment to achieve proper jaw and teeth alignment, restore bite, and enhance your smile. Corrective jaw surgery is also helpful in easing pain caused by TMJ dysfunction.
A baby with a cleft lip and palate has a slit in the lip and an opening in the roof of the mouth. This condition occurs when the facial structures do not develop fully in the uterus and causes difficulty in feeding. Surgeons repair the cleft lip and palate to restore normal function and aesthetics. This surgery also helps the child develop proper speech when they grow up.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) occurs when the tissues at the back of your throat fall back and block your airway during sleep. OSA is usually treated with oral appliance therapy or a CPAP machine. However, severe cases of sleep apnea require surgical intervention.
Whether you have a severely decayed tooth or one that has broken due to trauma, our oral surgeons are here to help. Get a consultation with our expert dental professionals and take the first step towards a healthier smile.
Most oral surgeries are outpatient procedures performed under anaesthesia or sedation. The surgeon will also prescribe medications to reduce pain or discomfort you may experience after the procedure
The length of your oral surgery procedure depends on several factors, such as:
A simple tooth extraction takes around 30 minutes, whereas corrective jaw surgery may take 2 to 3 hours.
Like any dental treatment, oral surgery has one goal: to address issues affecting daily life and restore the health of your oral tissues. It also helps eliminate signs and symptoms of tooth or gum disease.
Oral surgery procedures are largely safe and are performed by board-certified surgeons at Hortman Clinics. However, you must be aware of any risks of complications associated with these procedures, such as:
Recovery after oral surgery varies from person to person and depends on the procedure. Most often, recovery from a tooth extraction takes 5 to 7 days, whereas corrective jaw surgery takes longer.
Most people resume their work and daily routine 12-3 days after oral surgery. Recovery is longer after an extensive procedure like corrective jaw surgery.
Recovery after oral surgery varies depending on the treatment you have undergone. After some minor oral surgery procedures, you can return to work in a day or two, whereas others take longer. Speak to our oral surgeon to understand how long your recovery may take after an oral surgery procedure.
Everything we do is tailored to your needs, this is why we take our time to take care of you and answer all your questions.
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