Can General Dentists Perform Oral Surgery?

September 30, 2020 2:22 am

It can be a little daunting to hear that you need oral surgery. But can your regular dentist perform the procedure or do you need to see a specialist? Let’s talk about the difference and which dentist you might need.

General Dentist vs. Oral Surgeon

A general dentist has earned a dental doctorate degree called a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). They can treat a wide range of primary oral health issues.

Oral surgeons receive years of additional training to be board-certified in oral and maxillofacial surgery. They are trained to treat advanced dental issues that require complex oral surgery.

Depending on their experience and training, a general dentist can be qualified to perform certain oral surgery procedures. They should be able to tell you their qualifications before your appointment. Find a trusted dentist who will let you know if your case is beyond their scope of practice and can refer you to a qualified specialist.

Common Oral Surgeries

Tooth Extraction

There can be many reasons for needing a tooth removed, such as an impacted wisdom tooth, crowding, or a tooth damaged beyond repair by decay or trauma. Our team can perform dental extractions with minimal pain to you.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are natural-looking teeth that are attached to your jaw with a titanium post. You need oral surgery to insert the titanium posts into the jawbone. Our team has undergone special training to safely perform this tooth replacement procedure in-house.

Comphrehensive Dental Care in Summerville

Seastone Dental is a family-friendly office that provides comprehensive dental services. We have years of dental experience to safely perform a wide range of procedures, including certain levels of oral surgery. In most cases, you won’t need to go to a different office to restore your dental health. However, we will let you know if your case would be better handled by a specialist!

Contact us today to schedule an appointment at Seastone Dental. We would be thrilled to help you and your family have healthy smiles!

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