Dental Oral Surgery

Oral and maxillofacial surgery in Dubai is recognized by the American Dental Association as one of the major procedures of dentistry. This procedure involves both surgical and non-surgical treatments, as well as the diagnosis of defects and injuries in the maxillofacial area, which includes the jaws, teeth, mouth, and face. 

It is generally recommended to visit your dentist for regular check-ups at least once every 6 months to maintain good oral health, unless advised otherwise by your dental professional based on your specific needs. In order to understand dental oral surgery in dubai, you need to know about the types of treatment, its procedures, recovery, and results. 

What is Dental Oral Surgery?

Dental oral surgery in Dubai is a procedure that is recognized on an international level. It refers to all those treatments that are used to correct a wide range of defects, injuries, and diseases of the

• Head
• Jaws
• Face
• Soft & hard tissues of the oral maxillofacial region.

What are the Goals?

Dental oral surgery aims to;

• Maintain good oral health.
• Protect your teeth against any damage.
• Corrects the defects or injuries that affect your jaws and facial tissues.

Procedures Involved in Oral Surgery

As mentioned earlier, oral surgery is a combination of treatments that are performed to improve your oral and maxillofacial area. Following is a list of the procedures that can be performed under dental oral surgery in Dubai.

• Tooth Extractions
• Corrective Jaw Surgery
• Dental Implants
• Dental Fillings
• Root Canals
• Dentures
• Dental Bridges
• Periodontal Treatment
• Laser Procedures
• Orthodontics
• Bonding
• Impacted wisdom tooth removal
• Biopsies
• Reconstructive surgery
• Sleep Apnea
• Facial injury repair

Are You A Candidate?

It is essential to know if you are a good candidate for the treatment or not because it affects the quality of your results. Our dental surgeons will let you know about the candidacy upon consultation. However, the following are some of the main aspects that may help you in clearing your concern.

You are a good candidate if you;

• Seeking improvements in oral health as a means to enhance overall quality of life.
• Want to boost your oral health.
• Want to end the complications that you are facing due to your bad oral health.
• Have difficulty in biting, chewing, and swallowing.
• Have speech issues and realistic expectations from the treatment.

Preoperative Instructions

You will receive a complete treatment plan before your dental oral surgery, which will be thoroughly discussed with you to ensure you are fully prepared for the procedure. You have to follow all the instructions mentioned in the plan in order to prepare well for the procedures.

Your dentist will choose the most appropriate type of anesthesia based on the complexity of your surgery and discuss the options with you to ensure your comfort and safety during the procedure. You can ask your dentist any question regarding the treatment to clear your doubts before opting for the treatment.

Procedure

The dental oral surgery procedure varies based on the type of treatment. Every patient is treated on an individual basis in this treatment category. Keeping your problem in mind, the dentist will perform the required procedure accordingly. Also, he will explain the whole procedure to you before starting it. For example, if you require corrective jaw surgery, your dentist will perform the procedure to treat that specific condition.

Postoperative Instructions

Following postoperative instructions is crucial for a smooth recovery and optimal results. You can achieve the best possible results only if you follow your dentist’s instructions carefully. Also, it will allow you to have a smooth recovery without complications. Mentioned below are some of the common post-op instructions.

• Take prescribed painkillers regularly.
• Follow do’s and don’ts advised by your dentist after the surgery.
• Get all your prescribed tests done.

Results & Recovery

Following the instructions carefully and receiving treatment from an expert surgeon can facilitate a smoother and potentially quicker recovery process. While many results of dental oral surgery are intended to be long-lasting, the permanence of results can vary based on the specific procedure and individual patient factors.

Benefits

If you have teeth that need to be removed or you are suffering from oral diseases like bone deterioration, Oral surgery may offer a suitable solution for addressing specific dental issues, depending on your individual condition and needs. The severity of an oral disease ranges from minor to complex, and so as its surgery. The procedure offers numerous benefits, making it a valuable option for addressing specific dental care needs. Some of them are mentioned below;

• Oral surgery allows you to achieve long-term tooth replacement.
• Helps in preventing significant tooth damage.
• Addresses the problem efficiently.
• Depending on your specific situation, oral surgery can be an effective choice to alleviate pain, treat oral diseases, and help prevent future dental issues.
• The procedure is performed with anesthesia to minimize discomfort and pain.

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Schedule A Consultation

It is always recommended to schedule a consultation with your dental surgeon prior to the procedure.. This is because he/she will assess your teeth health, diagnose the actual problem, know about your expectations, provide you the best possible solution, and clear your queries. During this consultation, you will also receive detailed information about the cost of your oral surgery in Dubai. So, fill in the form to book your appointment now.