Today’s Dental
Innovation & Understanding
When you need oral surgery, you want skill, but also compassion. At Today’s Dental, we understand that facing dental surgery can be nerve-wracking. But with genuine southern care and innovative technology, we’re here to make your procedure as comfortable as possible.
Do You Need Oral Surgery?
Sometimes, oral surgery is necessary to treat problems within your mouth, teeth, and jaw that can’t be resolved with routine dental care. As a dental surgery provider in Pineville, Dr. Gauthier is focused on doing what’s best for you, always exhausting other treatment options before recommending surgery.
*Dr. Gauthier is a general dentist providing oral surgery services, not a board-certified oral surgeon.
Tooth Extraction
While our goal is to save your natural teeth, sometimes extraction is the best option for your long-term oral health. Modern tooth extraction is a routine procedure, and can be comfortable when performed with the right techniques and anesthesia.
When You Might Need a Tooth Extraction
- Severely decayed or broken teeth that can’t be restored
- Infected teeth where root canal treatment isn’t viable
- Loose teeth due to advanced gum disease
- Overcrowding that affects alignment
- Impacted wisdom teeth causing problems
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Impacted wisdom teeth can cause pain, crowding, and oral health problems if left untreated. We provide surgical tooth removal for wisdom teeth that don’t have room to emerge properly.
Signs You May Need Wisdom Teeth Removal
- Pain or swelling in the back of your mouth
- Wisdom teeth that don’t emerge by mid-to-late teens
- Difficulty opening your jaw fully
- Bad breath or unpleasant taste near the back teeth
- Crowding of other teeth
- Repeated infections around partially erupted teeth
Root Canals
Root canals are designed to save infected teeth. A root canal removes infection from within the tooth, resolving pain while preserving the natural tooth structure.
Conditions Resolved by Root Canal Treatment
- Deep decay that reaches the tooth’s pulp
- Trauma or injury to the tooth
- Cracks or chips that allow bacteria inside
- Infection causing pain and swelling
- Temperature sensitivity and persistent pain
Sedation for Oral Surgery in Pineville
We offer multiple sedation and anesthesia options to ensure your comfort during oral surgery procedures, tailored to your needs and the complexity of your treatment.
Local Anesthesia
- Numbs the treatment area completely
- Remain conscious and comfortable during the procedure
- Most common option for routine extractions
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
- Helps you feel relaxed and comfortable
- Often combined with local anesthesia
- The effects wear off quickly, so you can drive yourself home
General Anesthesia
- Complete sedation for complex procedures
- No memory of the procedure
- Requires arranged transportation home after the appointment
Recovering From Oral Surgery
Modern techniques and proper anesthesia can make oral surgery more comfortable than you may expect. Dr. Gauthier uses advanced methods to minimize discomfort and speed healing after surgery.
- Detailed pre-operative instructions for optimal healing
- Appropriate pain management during and after surgery
- Post-operative care guidance for smooth recovery
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing progress
Let’s Take the Fear Out of Oral Surgery. Call Today.
Disclaimer: Results may vary. Consult with a dentist for personalized care. This information is for general knowledge and does not constitute medical advice. Dr. Gauthier is a general dentist providing oral surgery services.
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