Oral Surgery & Recovery FAQs

Oral surgery includes procedures involving the teeth, gums, jawbone, and surrounding tissues. Common treatments include tooth extractions, wisdom tooth removal, dental implants, bone grafting, and treatment of oral infections when conservative care isn’t enough.

You should not feel pain during the procedure thanks to local anesthesia. Sedation options are available for added comfort. After surgery, mild to moderate discomfort is normal and can be managed with medication, rest, and cold compresses.

Recovery varies depending on the procedure. Simple extractions may heal in a few days, while wisdom teeth removal can take 1–2 weeks. Dental implants and bone grafting require longer healing periods, sometimes several months.

Bleeding, swelling, and tenderness are normal after surgery. Swelling typically peaks within 48–72 hours. Rest, elevation, and following aftercare instructions are essential for proper healing.

Stick to soft foods for the first few days and avoid anything hot or hard. Stay hydrated and gradually reintroduce normal foods as healing progresses and discomfort decreases.

Dry socket occurs when the protective blood clot is lost too early after an extraction, exposing bone and nerves. Avoid smoking, straws, and aggressive rinsing to reduce risk. Contact us if pain worsens after a few days.

Call us if you experience excessive bleeding, severe pain, signs of infection, or swelling that doesn’t improve. Prompt care ensures safe recovery.

Yes. Dental implants involve placing a titanium post into the jawbone. After healing, they provide a strong, natural-feeling replacement for missing teeth.

Most procedures require at least one follow-up appointment to monitor healing, remove sutures if needed, and ensure everything is progressing properly.