Dental implant placement is surgery, but extractions may be straightforward or complex. Complex dental extractions may be considered dental surgery. However, your Katoomba dentist uses powerful anesthesia to ensure a numb surgical site. We also offer sedation dentistry if you’d like something more potent.
While our dentists are highly trained in complex cases, we will refer you to a specialist if the need arises. And we only work with specialists who share our patient-centred focus and commitment to excellence.
Surgical Dental Extractions in Katoomba
Your dentist recommends extraction for a few reasons, including:
- A broken or damaged tooth below the gumline
- A deeply decayed tooth that cannot be saved
- Troublesome or impacted wisdom teeth
- Pretreatment to dentures, implants, or orthodontics
Some extractions are straightforward and take only a few minutes. Others are more complex. For example, an x-ray may show nerves near the extraction site or similar issues that require careful planning. A problematic extraction may also refer to a surgical extraction.
Surgical Dental Implant Placement
We rely on image-guided technology to place dental implants with precision. However, we perform implant placement as a dental surgery, using anesthesia and the option for sedation.
With implants, we surgically place a new tooth root into the jaw and allow for a period of integration before topping it with a dental crown or prosthetic.
Dental Surgery Aftercare
Your dentist provides all aftercare instructions based on your specific treatment. Your aftercare instructions let you know what you should and should not eat for a few days following extractions or implant placement.
And some sedation options mean you should rest and not drive for the remainder of the day.
For Dental Surgery Near Me, We Encourage You to Contact Us
Reach out today to arrange a consultation or for more information, and remember to ask about our current specials and the KDC membership plan.
Our patients come to us from all locations, including Katoomba, the Blue Mountains, Leura and Wentworth Falls.
