Dental surgery covers surgical procedures in the oral cavity, including tooth extraction and bone regeneration. At our office in Lodz, the dental surgeon is on regular duty and deals with, among other things, painless tooth extraction (including the removal of retained eights) and implantology consultations. Oral surgery procedures are often a great support for periodontics or endodontics. This is because they make it possible to reconstruct soft and hard tissues, as well as to remove cysts and foci of infection. Their aim is to restore the health and full functionality of the oral cavity.
Dental surgeon - what exactly does he do?
Oral surgeon deals not only with teeth and related problems, but with the entire oral cavity. He works closely with a specialist in removable and fixed dentures and dental implants. Prosthodontic treatment requires an ongoing surgical consultation to assess the condition of the patient's gums and bone before reconstruction or restoration of lost teeth.
Dental Implants is the latest and most advanced solution for replacing missing teeth. During the consultation for implants at the dental surgery, a CT scan and an X-ray are performed - this assesses the alveolar process and the floor of the maxillary sinus.
Surgical tooth extraction
Treatment surgical tooth extraction is often carried out in the case of abnormally erupting wisdom teeth. Crookedly growing eights displace other teeth, exert pressure on neighbouring roots and can cause inflammation and damage the oral mucosa. Extraction is also performed if the infection covers a large part of the tooth and the adjacent bone. Indications for surgical tooth extraction also include recurrent abscesses, periodontitis in multi-rooted teeth, pulp necrosis and gangrene and advanced caries.
Before surgical extraction of a tooth, it is necessary to carry out an assessment of the patient's dentition and health. In many cases, an X-ray examination is performed. This allows the shape, length and position of the tooth to be assessed. Before starting the procedure, the following are applied anaesthesia of the tooth and gingival tissue.
Our clinic uses state-of-the-art dental technology, which allows us to painless tooth extraction. Our dental surgeon gives the patient advice on post-extraction management to reduce the risk of complications. Immediately after the procedure, it is recommended, among other things, to refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol, to avoid consuming hot drinks and food and to refrain from physical exercise. A soft diet is also recommended for the first few days. After tooth extraction, it is worth discussing the possibility of a dental implant with your dentist.
What does surgical tooth extraction involve?
Various surgical tooth extraction methods. In most cases, after the application of anaesthesia, the dental surgeon first incises the gum and then separates the tooth from the surrounding tissues. Then, using a drill, he removes the bone layer. The next step is to extract the tooth from the socket with specialised dental instruments. The final step involves placing sutures, although sometimes this is not necessary. The duration of the procedure depends on several factors, including the location and condition of the tooth to be extracted.
In order for the gingival healing to proceed properly and to reduce the risk of complications, the postoperative recommendations of the dental surgeon must be followed. These concern both the restriction of physical exertion and a temporary change in diet and maintenance of oral hygiene.
Oral surgery procedures
Primary dental surgery procedure is the tooth extraction discussed earlier - especially in the case of retained eights and teeth with severely curved or broken roots. In addition, the competence of the dental surgeon also includes, among other things, the treatment of fistulas and tooth abscesses - this often requires an incision and drainage.
Other frequently performed procedures within the scope of dental surgery concern preparation for implantation, and can also be part of speech therapy (ligament incisions). Specialists in this field perform, among other things, haemisections, radectomies and root tip resections. The dental surgeon is involved in sinus lift and reconstructive procedures.
A surgical consultation and diagnosis can effectively prepare the patient for further prosthetic treatment. If the patient is particularly sensitive to pain, the dental surgeon may issue a medical exemption.
Modern technology in surgery
Modern technology is used in this area to enhance patient safety and comfort. Advanced equipment allows precise diagnosis and treatment planning. A key element is adequate anaesthesia to minimise pain and discomfort. Surgical techniques such as microsurgery or microscopic endodontics are worth noting. Thanks to these, it is possible to carry out complex procedures with minimal damage to the tissues surrounding the teethwhich translates into a faster healing process and a lower risk of complications. The modern approach to dental surgery means that patients can feel safe and comfortable during treatment.
Tooth extraction - when is it necessary?
Tooth Extraction is a procedure that raises many concerns among patients, but in some cases it is the only solution to avoid more serious health problems. Surgical tooth extraction in Lodz is a safe procedure, performed under local anaesthesia, and the process itself is carried out by experienced specialists. The main indications for surgical tooth extraction are:
- Tooth decay - A tooth that has developed advanced tooth decay may need to be removed, especially if it cannot be saved with conservative treatment such as root canal therapy.
- Tooth fracture - Tooth fractures as a result of trauma can make reconstruction impossible, and in such cases surgical removal is required.
- Retained teeth - Teeth that have not erupted properly can cause problems with pain and infection. Such teeth require surgical intervention.
- Wisdom teeth - Eighths, which often grow in the wrong direction or cause other complications, are often surgically removed.
