Oral Surgery

Oral surgery refers to any surgical procedure performed in or around your mouth and jaw, usually by a dental specialist who’s trained to perform certain kinds of oral surgeries.

There are many types of oral surgery, including surgical procedures such as tooth removal or a root canal. Some oral surgeries involve the repositioning of the jaw. In other instances, oral surgery may involve the removal of a tumor. Oral surgeries might be performed by anyone of a number of different kinds of dental specialists, including endodontists, periodontists, and prosthodontists.

Some of the most common surgeries for teeth and jaw include:

• Impacted wisdom teeth
• Gum graft
• Tooth implants
• Maxillofacial surgery
• Root canal
• Jaw and teeth repair following an injury