Wisdom Teeth Removal & Other Dental Procedures

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth often cause problems and you may require wisdom teeth removal. Wisdom teeth are usually the last teeth to emerge into the mouth and commonly get stuck (impacted) due to the lack of space. Wisdom teeth often appear around the ages of 18-25 years and can lead a range of problems.

Potential Problems with Wisdom Teeth

• Recurrent episodes of pain and infection
• Food impaction and decay in wisdom teeth
• Food impaction and decay in adjacent molars
• Gingivitis and gum disease
• Dental cysts and other diseases
• Crowding of adjacent teeth

Do I Need Wisdom Teeth Removal?

If you are experiencing problems with your wisdom teeth, then surgery may be necessary. However, even if you are not having problems, it is still advisable to speak with your dentists or specialist to ensure no disease process is overlooked. If not correctly evaluated, wisdom teeth will often jeopardise the adjacent molars and surrounding tissues. Prevention is far better than cure.

Why The Oral Surgery Centre?

Our surgeon has specialist surgical training in removing wisdom teeth and other surgical procedures. With approximately 10 years of tertiary education and training, you can rest assured that every aspect of care is considered and that you will be well looked after. In addition, we have access to a private hospital to facilitate anaesthetic procedures such as general anaesthesia.

Wisdom teeth removal is more than simply removing a tooth. The surgeon must consider the patient’s medical well-being, both before and after the surgery. All aspects of treatment should be considered including an assessment of your medical health, the level of anaesthesia required, the alternative surgical techniques, and of course the post-operative care.

Furthermore, the removal of your wisdom teeth can be a complex procedure with potential risks and complications. Unfortunately, some of these risks can be permanent and have long lasting effects. Feel confident that your surgeon has the ability to evaluate and care for your needs throughout the entire process.

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Dental Implants

A dental implant is essentially a titanium screw that is inserted into the jaw bone to support a replacement tooth or teeth. Dental implants are biologically compatible with bone and become permanently fixed into position through a process called “osseointegration”. Dental implants are considered the “gold standard” of tooth replacement and offer many advantages over traditional tooth replacements.

Advantages of Dental Implants

• Permanent tooth replacement
• Natural aesthetics and tooth profile
• Excellent function and comfort
• Independent and separate to natural adjacent teeth
• Excellent longevity
• Minimal maintenance and replacement parts

What to Remember When Doing Dental Implants

The most critical aspect of dental implants is the patient analysis and surgical planning. The surgeon should be well skilled and in the field of implants and bone grafting. Implants should be considered a sterile procedure and should be completed in a well-equipped surgical environment. It is important to consider these aspects to ensure that the final result is not compromised and is going to last.

At the Oral Surgery Centre, not only will you get specialist surgical expertise in a purpose built surgical environment, but you will also have access to the latest 3D-computed imaging technology required for case assessments.

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Apicoectomy

An apicoectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing the apex of a tooth root to eliminate persistent infection or foreign bodies that cause problems. Once the apex is removed, a special filling is then placed to help healing and ensure the health of the tooth. This procedure is completed after a root canal.

Why The Oral Surgery Centre?

This procedure is very delicate due to the surgical nature and close proximity of teeth to other adjacent teeth and vital structures (nerve, blood vessels). To satisfactorily complete such a procedure, the surgeon must have appropriate surgical techniques and be aware of the relevant anatomical considerations.

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Biopsy

There are many lumps and bumps that appear in the mouth which are caused by many different reasons. In order to treat these problems correctly, a biopsy may be required to establish a diagnosis. A biopsy is often a very straightforward procedure which can be completed under local anaesthetic. In fact, the procedure itself often takes less time to complete than the accompanying paperwork. Results are sent to a specialist laboratory for analysis and are usually returned within one week.

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