Treatments and Services
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical procedures in the oral and maxillofacial area are planned after clinical evaluation.
What is Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a specialty that includes the diagnosis and surgical treatment of teeth, soft tissues, and jawbones in the oral cavity. Many procedures such as impacted wisdom teeth extractions, jawbone operations, cyst and tumor treatments, and implant surgery are performed within this scope. Treatments are applied comfortably under local anesthesia using modern techniques.
When is it Applied?
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Difficult tooth extractions
- Cyst or infection formation in the jawbone
- Bone deficiency prior to implants
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems
- Tooth root infections
- Oral and facial injuries due to trauma
Frequently Asked Questions
Must an impacted wisdom tooth definitely be extracted?
No. However, extraction is recommended if there is pain, infection, or a risk of damaging adjacent teeth.
Is surgical tooth extraction painful?
Since the procedure is performed under local anesthesia, no pain is felt. Mild postoperative pain can be controlled with medication.
How long is the recovery period?
Usually, you can return to normal daily life within 1 week. Full recovery depends on the extent of the procedure.