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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: For a Healthy and Aesthetic Smile

Oral and maxillofacial surgery is a field that includes the extraction of teeth lost due to decay, trauma, or other causes, as well as other treatments requiring jaw surgery. At Adadent Dental Clinic, we are here to support you in maintaining your oral and maxillofacial health and achieving an aesthetic smile in Demre.

When is Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Performed?

Oral and maxillofacial surgery can be performed for the following conditions:

  • Extraction of Missing Teeth: If teeth are lost due to decay or trauma, they are extracted through oral and maxillofacial surgery.
  • Surgical Removal of Wisdom Teeth: Wisdom teeth often cause problems and may require surgical removal.
  • Removal of Tumors or Cysts: If tumors or cysts are present in the mouth, surgical intervention may be necessary.
  • Bone Preparation for Dental Implants: If there is insufficient bone for dental implants, bone preparation can be performed through surgical intervention.
  • Other Conditions Requiring Jaw Surgery: Other conditions requiring jaw surgery, such as jaw fractures and jaw joint problems.

Recovery Process After Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

The recovery process after oral and maxillofacial surgery generally lasts between a few days and a week. During the recovery process, it is important to keep the surgical area clean and reduce the risk of infection. In addition, using painkillers and applying ice compresses as recommended by your doctor can provide relief.

Frequently Asked Questions

Since local anesthesia is usually used, no pain is felt during the procedure. There may be mild pain or discomfort after the procedure, but this can usually be controlled with painkillers.

It is important to keep the surgical area clean during the healing process. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to nutrition in accordance with the doctor's recommendations and to avoid smoking.

The recovery process may vary from person to person, but normal activities can usually be resumed within a few days.

Yes, it is important to have follow-up visits at the specified times after surgery. During these visits, the healing process is monitored and the treatment plan is revised if necessary.

The procedure can typically take anywhere from one to several hours. However, the duration of the procedure may vary depending on the complexity and requirements of the treatment.