Oral Surgery at Newhouse Periodontics: Expert Care for Your Dental Health
Oral surgery is crucial to dental health, when teeth cannot be saved for reasons such as cracks or fractures, root canal failures, structural compromises or restorative issues. We understand the importance of addressing these problems with precision and care. Dr. Newhouse and her team are dedicated to providing first-class surgical services to ensure the best outcomes for our patients.
Why Teeth Sometimes Cannot Be Saved
Teeth may need to be extracted for several reasons including:
- Tooth Cracks or Root Fractures: Cracks or fractures can extend below the gumline, wick bacteria into the gums and bone resulting in an infection. Teeth with such fractures cannot be restored and need to be extracted.
- Root Canal Failures: Although root canals are generally successful, sometimes they fail. When this occurs, persistent infection and bone damage can occur and extraction is necessary.
- Irreparable Structural Damage: Teeth with extensive decay or other damage and cannot or should not be restored must be extracted.
- Impacted Teeth: Affected teeth, particularly wisdom teeth, can cause significant damage to adjacent teeth and overall health. In such instances, extraction is recommended.
Why Socket Regeneration?
Following tooth removal, socket regeneration is a vital procedure that Dr. Newhouse routinely performs to protect the dimensions of the jawbone. Without socket regeneration, as much as 30% of the bone volume in all directions at the site of the extraction is lost. Such loss can have several detrimental effects on oral health, including:
- Bone Loss: During the natural healing process after a tooth extraction, the body resorbs bone, decreasing bone volume.
- Compromised Implant Placement: Adequate bone structure is essential for the successful placement of dental implants. Loss of bone can complicate or even prevent implant placement.
- Esthetic Issues: Maintaining the bone’s width and height is crucial for esthetic tooth replacement. When bone volume is lost, the appearance of your smile can be compromised.
- Support for Adjacent Teeth: A healthy jawbone supports adjacent teeth, helps prevent teeth from shifting, and helps maintain overall dental stability.
By performing socket regeneration, Dr. Newhouse helps to preserve the bone’s structure, facilitating better outcomes for future dental procedures and ensuring a strong foundation for a healthy smile.
Dr. Newhouse’s Approach to Oral Surgery
At Newhouse Periodontics, our approach to oral surgery is personalized, patient-centered, and focuses on comfort, precision, and long-term health. Dr. Newhouse employs advanced techniques and technologies to ensure each procedure is as effective and pain-free as possible.
- Comprehensive Assessment: Before any procedure, Dr. Newhouse initially assesses your oral health using advanced imaging and diagnostic tools to understand the extent of the problem and plan the best approach to solve it.
- Personalized Treatment Plans: Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan tailored to a patient’s specific needs and concerns. The plan includes presurgical preparation, the surgical procedure and post-operative care.
- Minimally Invasive Techniques: When possible, Dr. Newhouse uses minimally invasive techniques to preserve as much bone and soft tissue as possible, minimize discomfort, and reduce recovery time.
- Post-operative Care and Follow-up: Dr. Newhouse and her staff provide detailed post-operative instructions and follow-up to ensure uneventful healing after surgery. Such ongoing care is essential to achieving the best results for obtaining and maintaining oral health.
Benefits of Choosing Newhouse Periodontics
Choosing Newhouse Periodontics for your oral surgical needs comes with several benefits including:
- Expertise and Experience: Dr. Newhouse has extensive experience in periodontics, management of soft tissue, and oral surgery.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our clinic has the latest dental technologies, comfort amenities, and a knowledgeable caring staff.
- Patient-Centered Care: We prioritize patient comfort and satisfaction, offering personalized care plans and compassionate support throughout the treatment process.
- Comprehensive Services: In addition to oral surgery, we offer a range of periodontal services to address various dental health needs, from preventive care to advanced treatments.
Ensuring Long-Term Oral Health
Oral surgery and Newhouse Periodontics is not just about addressing immediate problems, but also about preventing them and ensuring long-term oral health. By performing socket regeneration and other advanced procedures, Dr. Newhouse helps create a stable foundation for future dental work, such as implant placement and esthetic restorations. This proactive approach helps ensure longlasting healthy, beautiful smiles.
Contact Us
If you need oral surgery or any other periodontal services, contact Newhouse Periodontics today! Our team is here to help you achieve optimal dental, periodontal, and oral health with compassionate and expert care. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Newhouse and take the first step toward a healthier, more confident smile.
At Newhouse Periodontics, we are committed to providing comprehensive oral surgical care that addresses your immediate needs and supports your long-term dental, periodontal, and oral health. Trust Dr. Newhouse and her team to deliver the highest standard of care for the best outcomes for your oral health journey. For expert oral surgery and periodontal care, call 816-373-6800 or schedule an appointment online.
