A common misconception that patients have about their oral surgeon is that they only treat issues dealing with oral health, and they are not concerned with improving a patient’s cosmetic appearance. However, oral surgeons also offer various cosmetic treatment options that help patients gain a more attractive smile.
There are many cosmetic issues that require oral surgery, such as missing teeth, gum disease symptoms and a damaged tooth. The following are four of the more common treatment options that improve both the oral health and aesthetic appearance of a person’s teeth and gums.
Dental implants are one of the best ways to replace missing teeth long-term, and they last for more than twenty-five years in many instances. However, dental implants do require an oral surgery procedure to place the implant inside of the jaw. Subsequently, visiting an oral surgeon, or a dentist who is trained in oral surgery, for treatment is important. Oral surgeons guide patients through each step of the dental implants process., ensuring each procedure is as pain-free as possible.
There are several different types of gum surgery procedures that are mainly used to improve the appearance of a person’s smile. Perhaps the most notable gum surgery for cosmetic reasons is a gum grafting, which involves adding gum tissue to areas where the crown may be too long or where gum recession has taken place. Crown lengthening, which involves removing gum tissue to make the teeth appear longer and more beautiful, may also involve surgery as well.
Wisdom teeth removal is not typically considered a type of cosmetic treatment, but actually, wisdom teeth have the ability to damage other teeth and cause appearance issues. For example, if wisdom teeth grow in sideways, they may push against adjacent, which causes teeth to become misaligned and crowded. It is important to visit a dentist who is skilled in oral surgery when seeking wisdom teeth removal to ensure the procedure goes smoothly without any complications.
A root canal procedure involves the removal and replacement of infected tooth pulp, which exists in the root of the tooth. When a tooth infection develops, it puts the long-term health of the jeopardy. If a root canal procedure is not performed, it may lead to the loss of the tooth in many instances, which causes a cosmetic and oral health concern. Oral surgeons treat patients with a tooth infection, and they have the skills and resources necessary to safely carry out the operation.
Consult with an oral surgeon today to find out how oral surgery can help you improve both the appearance of your smile and your overall oral health. Here at our dentist office, we have a dedicated team of dental professionals and all of the resources necessary to carry out each one of the aforementioned procedures. Whether you need teeth replacement with dental implants or need treatment for an infected or severely damaged tooth, we can help and guide you through each step of the process.
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