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My Woodbridge Dental
Family Dentist located in Woodbridge, VA
If the idea of oral surgery fills you with dread, it’s time to visit My Woodbridge Dental in Woodbridge, Virginia. At his office, Kevin J. Salinas, DDS, provides warm bedside manners to ensure that his patients are as comfortable as possible during oral surgery. Whether you need a tooth extracted or you’re interested in a dental implant, don’t hesitate to call the office, or you can book an appointment online today.
Oral Surgery Q & A
What is oral surgery?
Oral surgery is any surgical procedure that’s performed in your mouth. In most cases, the purpose of oral surgery is to either extract a tooth or teeth or to place a root for a replacement tooth or teeth.
What should I expect during tooth extraction?
Dr. Salinas prioritizes your comfort during every step of your tooth extraction process. He lets you know exactly what to expect during and after the procedure, and he talks with you throughout the procedure to ensure you’re completely numb and comfortable.
In some cases, there isn’t space in the mouth for the wisdom teeth, and allowing them to grow in would cause tooth crowding, pushing the existing teeth out of alignment. To protect the patients’ smiles, Dr. Salinas will monitor wisdom teeth and refer you to a specialist accordingly if extraction is needed.
He also extracts teeth that have experienced irreparable damage or decay. This can prepare the patient for a bridge, dental implant, or dentures to replace the removed tooth or teeth, depending on the right solution for that patient.
How can oral surgery help me replace a missing tooth?
At My Woodbridge Dental, Dr. Salinas offers dental implants crowns. These are the longest-lasting, most natural-feeling options for replacement teeth. That’s because they work just like a natural tooth.
Dr. Salinas will refer you to a nearby specialists who will take care of your implant placement. Once the healing is complete, this post serves as the root for your replacement tooth, restoring your smile with a tooth that looks, feels, and functions completely naturally.
Dental implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth or a series of teeth. If you have a gap in your smile, don’t hesitate to ask Dr. Salinas how a dental implant could work for you.
For comfortable oral surgery, call My Woodbridge Dental or make your appointment online today.
