You’ve just learned that you need to undergo some kind of “oral surgery” to address whatever oral health issue you have. This could be an overwhelming thing to process for some people because of the word surgery. Fortunately, your dentists here are Family Dental Center in Glenview IL are used to performing oral surgery. Plus, you may be surprised to know that oral surgical procedures are actually very common and straightforward.

Common Types of Oral Surgery

Depending on your particular symptoms and condition, your dentist may recommend one of the following oral surgeries:

• A Tooth Extraction: This is the most common oral surgery and is typically recommended to address decay, overcrowding, or trauma. A simple extraction is done for extracting teeth that you can see above your gum line. On the other hand, a surgical extraction is used when tissue or bone should be cut to extract the affected tooth, such as in cases of overcrowded teeth or impacted wisdom teeth.
• Prosthodontics: This includes various procedures such as reshaping teeth that require dental crowns, bridges, or veneers, as well as the placement of dental implants to support dentures or dental crowns.
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Procedures: These include more complex oral surgical procedures like corrective jaw surgery, maxillofacial dental implants, pre-prosthetic nerve repositioning, and bone augmentation, as well as dentoalveolar surgery.

Top Tips for Oral Surgery Recovery

Any oral surgical procedure will require recovery to ensure the surgery’s success and minimize the risk of potential complications. Generally speaking, you will be limited to consuming specific food consistencies or types. Likewise, you will need to take an OTC pain medication or a prescription pain reliever for more complex oral surgeries.

While recovering from oral surgery, it’s crucial to follow all the directions of your Glenview, IL, dentist. It’s likewise vital to call your dentist right away for any concerns or questions. You should never wait until complications occur before contacting your dentist.

Talk to Us For Any Questions, Concerns, or Information About Oral Surgery

Arrange a meeting with your Glenview, IL, dentist here at Family Dental Center by dialing (847) 998-1281.