Oral surgery is a broad term that refers to any surgical operation that is performed on the teeth, gums, jaws, or anything else located in the mouth. There are many reasons why a person might need oral surgery, and it’s always important to choose an oral surgeon with the skill and experience it takes to perform these often-delicate procedures correctly. At American Dental, we employ some of the best oral surgeons in Belmont Cragin and other Chicago area communities. Here are some of the top reasons our patients seek us out when they need oral surgery:
Tooth Extractions
While a dentist will always do everything they can to save your natural teeth, cases of extensive decay, gum disease, or trauma may require extractions. Your wisdom teeth may also need to be extracted if they are impacted or are crowding out your other teeth. Some teeth may even need to be extracted in preparation for dentures or other prosthetics.
Dental Bone Grafts
Some medical conditions like periodontal disease, cancers of the mouth, and osteomyelitis can cause bone tissue loss in the jaw. Without healthy bones to support the teeth, you may start to lose them. Having missing teeth for long periods of time will also cause jawbone loss. For patients who are interested in dental implants, it is necessary to rebuild the lost bone before implantation can be successful.
TMJ/TMD Surgery
Temporomandibular disorders like TMJ cause pain, discomfort, and clicking in the jaw joints. This can make it difficult for a person to eat and speak comfortably, but it can be corrected with surgery. Other types of jaw surgery can also be used to correct skeletal abnormalities like misalignment and improve a patient’s ability to chew and speak normally.
Dental Implants
When it comes to replacing one or more missing teeth, dental implants are the most reliable, durable, and comfortable method. In dental implant surgery, a titanium post is grafted into the jawbone, where it fuses with the bone over time. Once the implant site is healed, a crown will be created that mimics the appearance and function of the tooth it is replacing. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth, can serve as the anchor point for a bridge, or can be used to replace an entire row of missing teeth in a procedure known as All-on-4 Dental Implants.
Dental Surgeons in Chicago
If you are in need of an experienced dental surgeon in the Chicago area, the team at American Dental is prepared to help you. We have 8 different locations in Chicagoland, and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have about dental surgery or any of the other treatments we offer. Visit our contact page to find a list of our Chicago area clinics and call or click the “Make an Appointment” button to schedule your consultation today. In addition to providing oral surgery, we can also assist you with a range of other dental services including cosmetic dentistry, emergency dentistry, and more.