Removing A Troublesome Tooth
Our team will do their best to restore your tooth if it has been harmed. If the tooth cannot be repaired, it may be in your smile’s best interest to remove it instead. When a tooth extraction is necessary, we will numb the area or offer sedation. Your dentist will gently remove the structure and close the area. Following this surgery, your team will give you specific aftercare instructions to ensure that the area heals properly and recommend replacement options such as a bridge, implant, or dentures.
Third molars, also known as wisdom teeth, typically erupt in our late teens or early twenties. Because these teeth develop much later than others, they have the potential to cause problems for your smile. You may notice that your gums are swollen or the area is more sensitive as your third molars erupt. We may recommend removing them before they can cause more harm to your other teeth. Dr. Fletcher partners with Dr. Bryan Moore DDS for wisdom tooth removal in our office!
Ridge Augmentations & Sinus Lifts
A ridge augmentation may be recommended to help restore your jawbone’s shape and strength. This process involves adding a bone graft to restore your jaw.
A sinus lift may be recommended to help increase your bone density and create more room for an implant to be placed, where grafting material is typically added to the area. Ridge augmentations or sinus lifts may be recommended before receiving a dental implant.
Ridge/Socket Preservation
A ridge preservation (also referred to as socket preservation) is a procedure that is often recommended before starting the dental implant process. Your tooth will be extracted before grafting material is added to the space, which is then sutured closed. This procedure can help maintain your jaw’s shape and structure, prevent the gums from receding, and prepare the area for a dental implant.
Call Us When You Need Oral Surgery
These oral surgery procedures can help preserve your smile’s health and appearance. To learn more, talk to Dr. Fletcher’s team today by calling 214-328-9173.
