Your family dentist can take care of most of your oral care needs, including semi-annual cleanings and dental fillings. However, some problems are often referred ot a specialist called an oral surgeon. If you have need one of the following procedures, you may be referred to an oral surgeon in Short Hills, NJ.
Wisdom teeth removal
The third set of molars are commonly referred to as wisdom teeth and they often cause oral problems for people in their late teens and early 20s. Whether your wisdom teeth are causing you pain or are causing your other teeth to become malaligned, you may be referred to an oral surgeon to have them removed.
Implants
A missing tooth can cause malalignment among your remaining teeth. An oral surgeon can replace a missing tooth with an implant. A dental implant surgery is a multi-staged process. First a tooth root implant is inserted into the bone socket. After the implant is attached to the jaw, an abutment is attached to hold the new tooth. Implants look more natural and are easier to use than dentures and bridges.
TMJ treatment
The temporomandibular joint can be damaged by teeth grinding or clenching. Other conditions, such as arthritis or a jaw injury, can cause pain or popping in your jaw. An oral surgeon can evaluate your condition and develop a treatment program to treat your TMJ problem and prevent further damage to your jaw.
Bone grafting
In order to be a good candidate for dental implants, you need sufficient bone for the implant to securely attach to your jaw. If you have had missing teeth for several years, you may need a bone graft to regrow your jaw bone. Westfield Oral Surgery, an Oral surgeon in Short Hills, NJ can regrow the bone you need to securely place one or more implants.
You will be cared for in a state-of-art facility with modern equipment and caring staff. In addition to a highly qualified surgeon, you will be cared for by CPR-certified surgical assistants and an RN or LPN during your procedure. Administrative staff are very knowledgeable about insurance policies and can help you with your insurance questions.
