Oral Surgery

The following is a look at some of the oral surgery options we offer at our New Rochelle practice:

Wisdom Teeth Extractions: The wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in. Unfortunately, most people don't have enough room to accommodate these third molars, leading to them becoming impacted or trapped in the jawbone. Problematic wisdom teeth can push against your remaining teeth, causing pain, infection, misalignment, cysts, and other complications. Extracting wisdom teeth is often necessary to safeguard your oral health.

Simple and Surgical Extractions: Saving natural teeth is always the best option. However, there are times when a tooth is beyond repair due to severe tooth root damage, deep decay, severe fractures, tooth infection, or advanced periodontal disease. Most patients report minimal discomfort during and after extraction.

Biopsies: Biopsies are quick and straightforward procedures we may recommend, at times, to get a closer look at suspicious oral tissues. This helps rule out or confirm an oral cancer diagnosis. The procedure involves gently removing a small amount of tissue for analysis, ensuring prompt and targeted treatment.

Crown Lengthening: Crown lengthening is a procedure we use to make the room needed for the successful placement of a restoration, such as a custom dental crown. It also serves a cosmetic purpose by balancing your gum line to improve the appearance of a "gummy smile."

Dental Implant Placement: Dental implants are today's gold standard for replacing missing teeth, delivering results that are second only to natural, healthy teeth. The procedure starts by surgically placing one or more dental implants in your jawbone to serve as tooth root replacements and a solid foundation for your replacement teeth. From single implants to implant-supported bridges, overdentures, or All-on-X implants (fixed full set of teeth supported by several strategically located implants), we have the perfect solution to restore your beautiful, confident smile.

Failing Implant Removal: Implant dentistry is highly predictable, with an over 95% success rate. However, in the rare event that an implant fails due to poor oral hygiene practices, improper placement, or other complications, removing it may be necessary to safeguard your smile and prevent further problems.