What Is a Board Certified Oral Surgeon? Ensure you receive the best care available with a Board-Certified Oral Surgeon at Oral Surgery Specialists of Buda. Our experts perform a range of procedures and demonstrate the highest professional standards in surgical procedures and undertake a wide range of minor and complex dental treatments.What Goes Into Being a Board Certified Oral Surgeon?Board-certified oral surgeons attend dental school, as all dentists do. After that, they take part in an additional four to six-year hospital-based residency program followed by examinations set by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS). Beyond their certification, oral surgeons commit to lifelong learning to keep up with the latest techniques. Is an Oral Surgeon the Same as a Dental Surgeon?A dental surgeon is a general dentist who may perform some minor surgical procedures. Whereas oral surgeons are specialists, performing surgery on a daily basis. What Treatments Do Oral Surgeons Perform?An oral surgeon may be called upon to perform treatments that range from wisdom teeth extractions, to reconstructive surgery in the mouth following trauma caused by accidents, congenital birth defects, or after tumor removal. Some of the common areas that may require the expertise of an oral surgeon include: Teeth ExtractionsSimple tooth extractions are carried out by a general dentist. However, in complex cases where the tooth may be broken below the gum line, or the tooth root is long and runs underneath other teeth, an oral surgeon's knowledge and expertise is the preferred option. Dental ImplantsWith their extensive knowledge of anatomy and management of complications, oral surgeons are well-versed in the art of dental implant placement. They are often needed in patients who have bone loss in the jawbone where they can perform a bone graft to augment the jaw to make it suitable to hold a dental implant. Temperomandibular Joint (TMJ) ProblemsOral surgeons diagnose and manage TMJ problems, where patients may experience pain and discomfort in the joint where the jawbone meets the skull. There are a variety of causes for TMJ discomfort which may be related to teeth grinding (bruxism), arthritis, injury, misaligned teeth, and even stress. Conditions Requiring SurgeryOral surgeons perform minor and major reconstructive surgery to the oral tissues and facial bones following oral cancer treatments, accidents, and for congenital disorders, such as cleft lip and palate. They may also carry out orthognathic surgery, which is corrective surgery to the jaw for problems that include overbite, underbite, and other jaw irregularities. The surgery realigns the jaw and teeth and may also improve facial appearance. Oral surgeons often work as part of a multi-disciplined team in these cases, working alongside other specialists such as orthodontists. Treatment of Pathological ConditionsOral surgeons are specialists in diseases and conditions affecting the teeth, mouth, jaw, and face. This includes diagnosing and treating oral cancers, severe oral infections, cysts, benign tumors, as well as performing biopsies and other diagnostic tests. There is no need to feel worried about being referred to an oral surgeon. In most cases, there is little to be concerned about and your case will just need a more skilled professional. Many oral surgical treatments are carried out in a dental office, rather than a hospital, under a local anesthetic, or conscious sedation. Get in touch with us at Oral Surgery Specialists of Buda to find out more about the treatments carried out by our board-certified oral surgeons. Call us at (737) 335-0017. |
