Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Treatment

Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a specialized field that treats diseases, injuries, and congenital or acquired problems in the oral cavity, jawbones, and surrounding tissues through surgical methods. This treatment includes various procedures such as tooth extraction, bone grafting, cyst removal, apical resection, and sinus lift.

What is a Panoramic X-Ray?

One of the first and most important diagnostic tools in oral and maxillofacial surgery is the panoramic X-ray. This radiographic image provides a wide view of the oral region, including the jawbones, teeth, sinuses, and jaw joints. It offers comprehensive information about the patient’s bone structure and tooth positions for treatment planning.

Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth, or third molars, usually erupt in the mouth after adolescence. Sometimes, due to lack of space or incorrect positioning, they can damage surrounding tissues. Impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth may require surgical removal.

Canker Sores and Dental Abscess

A canker sore is a small, painful ulcer that forms on the oral mucosa. While treatment is usually medical, in some cases, oral and maxillofacial surgery intervention may be necessary.

A dental abscess is a pus-filled capsule that develops due to infection in the tooth root or surrounding area. This condition may require urgent surgical intervention.

Alveolitis (Dry Socket)

Sometimes, after tooth extraction, inflammation can develop in the bony socket called the alveolus. This condition, known as alveolitis, causes severe pain, bad odor, and discomfort in the mouth. Treatment involves surgical cleaning and antibiotic use.

Apical Resection

Apical resection is a surgical procedure in which the infected or inflamed tissue at the tip of a tooth root is removed. It is performed especially when root canal treatment fails or when a cyst forms at the root tip.

Jaw Cyst

Jaw cysts are fluid-filled cavities that form within the jawbone. They can often grow without causing symptoms and may damage bone structure. Surgical removal of the cyst is required.

Bone Graft and Sinus Lift

A bone graft is a procedure in which bone tissue is added to areas of the jaw that lack sufficient bone volume. It is essential for the success of dental implant treatment.

A sinus lift is a surgical procedure in which the sinus cavity in the upper posterior jaw is elevated and bone is added beneath it. This creates adequate bone support for dental implants.

Biomaterial Application

Biomaterials used in surgical procedures help support bone grafting and tissue regeneration. They can be synthetic or naturally sourced and accelerate the healing process.