At times, there may be problems with your teeth that will require the skills of an oral surgeon. Going to an ordinary dentist simply will not do. The problem(s) in your mouth are of such delicate nature that you require special, delicate attention. If you are in New York, you may seek out oral surgeons in Westchester County, NY. These are some reasons that may require an oral surgeon.
An oral surgeon works in specialized dentistry that involves dental implants, TMD (temporomandibular disorder) problems, facial pain, broken jaw, broken or knocked out teeth, restorative surgical procedures such as with wisdom teeth removal, oral cancers and cosmetic surgeries related to the face. An oral surgeon has attended four years of dental school and a minimum of four years residency in a hospital setting. Oral surgeons are also called maxillofacial surgeons since they deal with all types of issues relating to the jaw and facial area.
A general dentist will normally refer you to an oral surgeon. Other than the problems listed above, there are other issues that will definitely require an oral surgeon. If you are experiencing problems with a cleft lip or a cleft palate, an oral surgeon will aid in repairing the gaps or splits caused by such. There are also lesions which will be removed by oral surgeons once they take a biopsy of the infected area. For snoring and/or sleep apnea, an oral surgeon can remove the soft tissues of the oropharynx or of the lower jaw in an attempt to correct the problem.
Anthony DeBenedictis, D.D.S. has a dental practice that employs oral surgery. For over 20 years, the office has been offering complete dental care in areas such as dentures, braces, dental implants, crowns, bridges, and other dental procedures. If you need an oral surgeon, periodontist, orthodontist, cosmetic dentist or visits to a general dentist, they are equipped to meet your needs. They are located in Mount Vernon, New York and serve the surrounding areas in Westchester County and beyond.
