Oral Surgery
Oral surgery encompasses a range of procedures designed to treat the teeth, gums, and jaw, from extractions and periodontal treatments to more complex restorative interventions. At The Paddington Dental Surgery, our experienced team of dentists combine advanced techniques with a patient-focused approach to ensure every procedure is as comfortable, efficient, and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re seeking treatment for functional concerns or preparing for restorative work, we guide you through every step with care, expertise, and personalised attention.
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How Is Oral Surgery Performed?
Just as the types of oral surgery vary widely, the course of your care will depend on the treatment in question, as well as your unique oral health concerns.Every oral surgery procedure is unique, and your care will be personalised to your individual needs. Depending on the extent of work that needs to be done, as well as your personal preferences, we offer several sedation dentistry techniques to keep you relaxed – or even asleep – during the surgery.
Sedation Options for Your Comfort
- Happy gas (nitrous oxide) – a light, fast-acting option that helps ease nerves and wears off quickly after treatment.
- Oral conscious sedation – a simple pill taken about an hour before your appointment to help you feel calm and at ease.
- IV sedation – administered by a qualified professional, allowing you to drift into a deeper, sleep-like state during treatment.
- General anaesthetic – performed in a hospital setting, ensuring you are completely asleep and comfortable throughout the procedure.
Most oral surgeries can be completed as an outpatient procedure in a few hours. Following your oral surgery, we advise you to closely follow your aftercare instructions. In many cases, you’ll be directed to take over-the-counter pain medications to ease post-operative discomfort. As always, we encourage you to reach out to our team if any issues arise after your surgery.
Is Oral Surgery Painful?
At The Paddington Dental Surgery, we understand that it is natural for patients to associate dental treatments – particularly oral surgery – with pain. part of our goal of delivering gentle dentistry, we approach each procedure with compassion, understanding, and patience.
With the goal of easing discomfort, we can utilise sedation dentistry, no-needle numbing, and drill-free techniques (e.g. gentle air abrasion micro-invasive infiltration) during your surgery. Additionally, we can provide warm towels, noise-cancelling headphones, or a movie or music of your choice.
Additionally, we’ll check in with you throughout your surgery to make sure you’re as comfortable as possible and do our best to provide a gentle experience. Never hesitate to be upfront with us about your needs!
How Much Does Oral Surgery Cost?
The cost of oral surgery at our practice can vary widely depending on factors such as:
- The type(s) of surgery being performed
- The method of sedation dentistry utilised
- Pre- and post-operative care (i.e. pain medications)
- The incorporation of homeopathic or botanical treatments
We never want financial concerns to stand in the way of the care you deserve. If you have any questions about financing your care, please direct them to our knowledgeable team.
There’s always a reason to smile at The Paddington Dental Surgery! For more information about our oral surgery options, feel free to reach out to us today.
