Oral surgery refers to any surgical treatment performed on your teeth, gums, jaws, or other oral tissues. This involves extractions, implants, gum grafts, and jaw surgery. Oral surgery is generally performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon or a periodontist.

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Oral surgery encompasses a wide range of procedures, from routine extractions to more complex surgeries. 222 Main Street Dental offers a comprehensive range of specialized oral surgical procedures, providing expert diagnosis and surgical treatment for various conditions concerning the mouth, jaws, face, and neck.

Tooth Extractions

Tooth extraction (tooth removal) is the most common type of oral surgery. If you are suffering from severe tooth decay, gum disease (periodontitis), dental trauma, or complications with your wisdom teeth, an extraction may be advised. Tooth extractions are sometimes necessary to prepare you for dentures or other prosthetic devices.

Most dentists prefer to conserve natural teeth wherever feasible, but extractions can sometimes be necessary to maintain your overall oral health. Moreover, many dentists suggest wisdom teeth extraction as a prophylactic treatment to lower your risk of cavities, bone loss, and other concerns.

Dental implants

Dental implants have a reputation as the most reliable and long-lasting alternative for tooth replacement. Small threaded posts made of medical-grade titanium or zirconia are implanted into your jaw to replace lost tooth roots. Once the implants have healed, they can be repaired with dental crowns, bridges, or dentures.

Dental bone graft

A dental bone graft is a surgery used in order to increase the amount of bone in a portion of the jaw that has lost bone or requires more support. Bone from other parts of the body can be surgically joined to existing bone in the jaw. Synthetic bone material is occasionally utilized.

A dental bone graft may be required if other treatments, such as dental implants, are required or if the health of the gums and adjacent teeth is being compromised by bone loss. Before the procedure, you will be given anesthesia, and your vital signs will be monitored constantly. The damaged region will be cleaned by a dental professional.

Your surgeon will detach the gum from the bone where the transplant will be placed by making an incision in the gum. The bone material will be placed by the surgeon between two portions of bone that must grow together. The bone transplant is held in place by a dissolvable adhesive substance, a membrane, or specific screws. The incision is then stitched up to start the healing process.

Surgery for sleep apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition in which the tissues in the back of your throat collapse and restrict your airway as you sleep. Conservative approaches, such as oral appliance therapy or utilizing a CPAP machine, can sometimes successfully cure OSA. However, in severe circumstances, surgical intervention may be required.

For more comprehensive details about the services offered at 222 Main Street Dental and to arrange a consultation, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our practice. Our dedicated team is here to address any inquiries you may have and assist you in scheduling an appointment that suits your convenience. We look forward to providing you with exceptional oral health care.

Call us at (508) 473-3424 for appointments or inquiries. We're conveniently located at 222 Main Street, Milford, MA 01757. We're here to provide you with exceptional dental care.

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