Oral surgery
This is a broad field of dentistry that includes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the oral mucosa, teeth, jaw cysts, tongue, and salivary glands.
This is a broad field of dentistry that includes the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the oral mucosa, teeth, jaw cysts, tongue, and salivary glands. This field also covers soft tissue corrections, orthodontic adjustments, and dental implant surgery.
Oral surgery services available at SANA:
- Complex removal of wisdom or other teeth
- Surgical extraction of impacted teeth
- Dental implant placement
- Tongue and lip frenectomy (flap surgery)
- Jaw cyst removal
- Removal of benign oral tissue growths
- Root apex resection
- Surgical treatment of oral and jaw infections
- Removal of jawbone overgrowths
Your questions
Find answers to the most frequent oral surgery questions
Do oral surgical procedures cause pain?
Any surgical procedure involves some level of intervention and may trigger a physiological response. Procedures are performed under anaesthesia using minimally invasive techniques, ensuring that patients do not experience pain or discomfort. Mild pain or swelling may occur after surgery, but following the surgeon’s post-operative care instructions can help minimise discomfort.
Do wisdom teeth always need to be removed?
If wisdom teeth have fully erupted, function correctly, and do not cause oral hygiene issues, extraction is unnecessary. However, wisdom teeth are often misaligned, partially erupted, or problematic, leading to recurring inflammation, orthodontic complications, damage to neighbouring teeth, and hygiene challenges. In these cases, extraction is recommended.
How does a simple extraction differ from a surgical extraction?
A simple extraction is carried out when the tooth has fully emerged from the gum. A surgical extraction is necessary when the tooth is partially erupted or remains impacted beneath the gum.
When is bone grafting required?
Bone grafting is needed when a dental implant is planned but there is insufficient bone volume to ensure a stable and long-lasting restoration. To enhance implant longevity, missing bone is replaced with artificial bone granules to strengthen the area.
What should I do after tooth extraction?
Following an extraction, avoid eating or drinking for at least two hours, refrain from hot food and liquids for the first 24 hours, limit physical activity, do not rinse your mouth on the first day, and chew on the opposite side. If pain occurs, take pain relief medication. If bleeding persists, apply sterile gauze to the wound for a cooling effect. If bleeding continues, seek medical attention.
I treat every patient as a friend, ensuring a warm welcome, expert care, and exceptional service, so they leave with a smile and joy. I complete every treatment only when the best possible outcome is achieved.
Domantas Girskis / Prosthetist Dr. dentist