FAQS about Oral Surgery

FAQS about Oral Surgery

Do you need to undergo oral surgery? Wondering what to expect? We have the answers.

Whether our Glenview, IL, dentists have told you that you need to undergo surgery for a dental issue or someone in your family will need toPatient have surgery, we know that you may have questions along the way. Find out all you need to know about oral surgery.

What are the most common types of oral surgery?

While surgery can be performed on a wide range of dental problems the most common surgeries include,

  • Wisdom tooth extraction
  • Dental implant placement
  • Bone grafting
  • TMJ disorder

What is the recovery period like?

How long it takes you to recover after surgery will depend on the type of surgery our Glenview, IL, family dentist performs. For example, once the dental implant is placed it can take 3-6 months for the tissue and bone to heal around the implant, while it may only take a week or two for your mouth to heal after wisdom tooth removal. During your consultation, we can talk to you about what to expect from the recovery process.

Can I drive myself home after surgery?

If you’ve just received local anesthesia than you may be fine enough to drive home after your procedure; however, if we’ve administered any sedation then you will need to have someone drive you home.

Will oral surgery be painful?

While getting surgery can make some people a little nervous it’s important to know that this procedure should not be painful. Our dental team will work with you to make sure that you get the proper anesthesia and pain management prior to the surgery so that you don’t feel any discomfort. We may also prescribe a stronger pain reliever after your surgery to reduce symptoms while you heal.

Will I have stitches?

Again, this will depend on the type of surgery you will have to undergo. Most stitches that are placed will end up dissolving on their own over the course of a few days. If we don’t place dissolving stitches then you will need to come into our office in about one week to have them removed.

No matter whether you have questions about oral surgery, want to sit down and discuss whether you need to get your wisdom teeth extracted or you just need to come in for a routine cleaning, don’t hesitate to call Family Dental Center in Glenview, IL.

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