DENTAL SURGERIES AND PROCEDURES

Dental surgeries and procedures are essential for maintaining 
oral health, addressing complex dental issues, and improving 
overall well-being. Whether it's wisdom tooth removal, gum
 surgery, or dental implants, these procedures help restore 
function and aesthetics. Let’s break down the most common
 dental 
surgeries and procedures, their purposes, and what to expect.





TOOTH EXTRACTIONS
Tooth extractions are one of the most common 
dental 
surgeries. A dentist may recommend removing a tooth
 due to 
severe decay, infection, overcrowding, or impaction
 (when a tooth 
is stuck beneath the gums, like wisdom teeth).

SIMPLE EXTRACTION  

Performed when the tooth is visible above the gum line. 
A dentist loosens and removes it with forceps.




SURGICAL EXTRACTION 

 Required when the tooth is impacted or broken under the gum line. 
The procedure involves making an incision in the gum
 and sometimes breaking the tooth into smaller
 pieces for easier removal.





RECOVERY TIME
Mild swelling and discomfort for a few days

Avoiding solid foods and maintaining soft diets

Full healing within a few weeks




WISDOM TOOTH REMOVAL

Wisdom teeth often don’t have enough space to emerge
 properly, leading to pain, infections, and misalignment of other teeth.




WHY REMOVE WISDOM TEETH?

Prevents overcrowding and misalignment

Reduces the risk of infections or cysts

Eliminates pain from impaction

THE PROCEDURE

Local or general anesthesia is administered

The gum is opened, and the tooth is extracted (often in sections)

Stitches may be required, which dissolve over time




DENTAL IMPLANTS
Dental implants are a long-term solution for missing teeth. 
They replace both the root and the crown of a tooth with a
 titanium post and a prosthetic tooth.

 BONE PREPARATION

 If necessary, bone grafting is done to 
strengthen the jawbone.




IMPLANT PLACEMENT

 A titanium post is inserted into the jawbone.



 HEALING PERIOD 

Osseointegration (bone fusing with implant) 
takes 3-6 months.



CROWN PLACEMENT

 A custom-made crown is attached for a 
natural appearance.





BENEFITS OF DENTAL IMPLANTS

Durable and long-lasting

Helps prevent bone loss in the jaw

Improves chewing ability and speech




GUM SURGERY
 (Periodontal Surgery)

Gum surgeries treat gum disease, repair receding gums, and help
 strengthen the gum structure around teeth.

TYPES OF GUM SURGERIES

GINGIVECTOMY

 Removes diseased gum tissue to eliminate infection.



GUM GRAFTING

Uses donor tissue to cover receding gums
 and protect tooth roots.



FLAP SURGERY 

 Lifts gums to remove tartar buildup beneath
 the gum line.



RECOVERY TIME
Gums take 2-4 weeks to heal
Soft diet and good oral hygiene help speed
 up recovery

ROOT CANAL TREATMENT
A root canal is needed when a tooth’s pulp (nerve tissue)
 is infected or inflamed. This procedure saves the tooth 
from extraction.



PROCEDURE

The dentist numbs the tooth and removes the infected pulp.

The inside of the tooth is cleaned and disinfected.

A filling is placed inside, and a crown is added for protection.




WHY GET A ROOT CANAL?
Saves a tooth from extraction

Eliminates severe pain and infection

Prevents further decay and tooth loss







BONE GRAFTING

When a patient has lost too much bone in the jaw
 (due to missing teeth or gum disease), bone grafting is done 
to strengthen the area before dental implants.




TYPES OF BONE GRAFTS


AUTOGRAFT

 Uses bone from the patient’s body.

ALOGRAFT  

Uses donor bone from a different person.



XENOGRAFT

 Uses animal bone (typically from cows).



ORTHOGNATHIC SURGERY 
(Jaw Surgery)
This surgery corrects misaligned jaws, facial
 imbalances, and bite issues that cannot be fixed
 with orthodontics alone.

WHY IS JAW SURGERY NEEDED?

Corrects severe underbites or overbites

Helps with speech difficulties and chewing problems

Treats sleep apnea caused by jaw misalignment




PROCEDURE DETAILS

Performed under general anesthesia

The jaw is repositioned and secured with
 screws or plates

Recovery takes several weeks, with soft foods 
recommended



FULL-MOUTH RECONSTRUCTION

For patients with severe dental issues (multiple missing or 
damaged teeth, jaw problems, or gum disease), full-mouth 
reconstruction combines several dental procedures to restore 
function and aesthetics.

PROCEDURES INCLUDED IN
 FULL-MOUTH RECONSTRUCTION

Dental implants or bridges

Crowns and veneers

Orthodontic treatments

Gum and jaw surgeries

POST-SURGERY CARE AND 
RECOVERY TIPS
Follow your dentist’s
 instructions closely

Stick to a soft diet 
if necessary

Take prescribed medications
 for pain management

Maintain excellent oral hygiene 
to prevent infections