Whiteville’s Local Experts for Maxillofacial Surgery and Oral Surgery
If you’ve been referred to an oral surgeon needing oral or maxillofacial surgery, you may be feeling anxious or even downright alarmed. But Whiteville, NC individuals and families do not need to fear. If you’re a patient of Carolina Dental Care, you’ll be in well-trained, trusted hands.
Oral and maxillofacial surgery addresses oral issues affecting your gums, jaw, teeth, mouth, and any other related facial structures. Most often, these procedures are performed on patients having skeletal and dental abnormalities. These problems often occur as a result of diseases, injury, congenital defects, and other varied factors. Maxillofacial surgery is the common procedure for treating patients with oral cancer or jaw cysts.
Patients facing any of these conditions may be struggling with an abnormal or misaligned facial appearance, which can lead to challenges in normal daily living as a result. These challenges can include having a hard time chewing or swallowing, or even difficulty speaking. The foremost goal of oral and maxillofacial surgery is to examine the problem thoroughly to achieve the ideal combination of aesthetics and functionality.
In all cases, all surgical risks associated with any procedures performed will be discussed beforehand, as well as if there is a need for general or local anesthesia. Our compassionate medical staff and oral surgeons are conscientious to address every concern clearly, honestly, and thoroughly so you can fully understand the process. Keeping you as pain free as possible and comfortable are our highest priorities.
Oral Surgery Procedures
Oral surgery involves minor and more common surgical procedures of a patient’s mouth. Carolina Dental Care’s oral surgeons have the skill and knowledge to address oral health comprehensively, being able to correct a wide range of dental issues.
Wisdom Tooth Removal
By the age of 18, a normal mouth will be filled with 32 teeth. Depending on the size of your mouth, having that many teeth can result in dental complications, namely misaligned teeth and, quite often, chronic pain. Usually before turning 18, your dentist will refer you to see an oral surgeon for wisdom tooth removal. Each case and the associated needs will be individually addressed. The procedure, including sedation, generally takes around 45 minutes.
Tooth Extractions
If you’ve had an accident leading to a broken tooth or need a tooth removal due to an impacted tooth or other complication, you may require emergency tooth removal. Our expert oral surgeons handle each patient’s case individually for the best outcome, while also making sure to address dental socket preservation. As a general rule, tooth extraction procedures are a quick and simple outpatient procedure done with sedation. Prior to extraction, we will discuss which type of sedation would be the best choice. When you need tooth removal near Whiteville, Carolina Dental Care is the right choice. Prevalent reasons for tooth removal involve:
- Periodontal Disease
- Impacted Tooth
- Irreparable Tooth Damage
- Tooth Damage Due to an Accident
- Tooth Overcrowding
Dental Implants Placement
Dental implants are surgically implanted posts that are placed in the jawbone in order to replace missing teeth. They serve as anchors to give your surrounding teeth a stronger dental foundation. As well, they help prevent potential bone deterioration and help to preserve facial structure. If dental implants are something you are considering, give Carolina Dental Care a call. We’ll be happy to discuss the procedures that would be involved. Prior to implanting, we’ll perform a thorough examination to be more certain that dental implants are truly the right procedure for your condition.
Maxillofacial Surgery
If there are any dental issues or injuries affecting the head, neck, jaws, and face, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon is sought out to address the problems, including both skeletal and soft tissue structures. The goal is to improve overall jaw functionality and if the injuries have led to chronic pain, to hopefully ease that pain. There are several circumstances that could lead to maxillofacial surgery, such as:
- Reducing Chronic Pain
- Treating Oral Diseases
- Preparation for Dental Implants
- Correcting Structural Damage Caused by an Accident or Abnormal Growth
No two cases are alike, so we take great care to comprehensively evaluate each case prior to diagnosis. This helps to ensure the most favorable results, both aesthetically and functionally. Contingent upon the extent of injuries and surgical repair needed, our oral maxillofacial surgeons may consult with a plastic surgeon for the most optimal outcome. Oral maxillofacial surgery procedures included are:
- Bone Grafting
- Reconstructive Jaw Surgery
- Surgical Repair of Damage Caused by Cancers and Oral Diseases
- Treatment Of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ)
- Surgical Correction of Oral and Facial Deformities
- Surgical Repair of Traumatic Injury
If you’ve been given a referral for oral and maxillofacial surgery, Carolina Dental Care have the advanced training you need and the compassionate attention you want. We are the dental oral specialists for Whiteville, NC. Give us a call and we’ll be happy to address any concerns you may have.
Call 843-756-2273 today to schedule an appointment or visit our main website for more information.
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