Santa Barbara Oral Surgery, proudly serving Santa Maria and Lompoc
Oral surgery includes a range of procedures that improve your dental health. Whether you need a tooth extraction, dental implant, dentures, or other treatment, the experienced and compassionate team at Pathway Dental Group is here for you.
At Pathway Dental Group, your health is our top priority. No matter what treatment you need, we aim to create a safe and comfortable environment for you and your family.
What is Oral Surgery?
Oral surgery — sometimes called maxillofacial surgery — is a specific type of dentistry that focuses on procedures to treat diseases, injuries, and conditions in your teeth, gums, mouth, jaw, neck, and face.
Oral Surgery Services Offered
As a leading provider of oral surgery in the area, Pathway Dental Group have taken every measure to create a safe and comfortable environment for you.
Let’s look at our various oral surgery services and what to expect from each procedure.
Tooth Extractions
Tooth extraction is the most common oral surgery procedure. You may need to have a tooth extracted if any of the following occur:
- Crowded teeth
- Severe tooth decay
- Gum disease (periodontitis)
- Trauma to the tooth
- Wisdom teeth issues
Tooth extractions can help prevent future issues with tooth decay or bone loss.
Convenient Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Wisdom teeth are the last to erupt and can sometimes cause pain or damage other teeth. Wisdom teeth can grow sideways, cause overcrowding for your teeth, or become impacted if they remain stuck beneath the gum and jawbone.
Because of their proximity to nerves in the jaw and sinuses, complications with your wisdom teeth can lead to significant pain and possible infection.
Dental Implants
Dentists use dental implants to repair teeth damaged by decay, disease, or injury. The implants provide foundations for replacement teeth feel, and work like natural teeth. Implants allow you to eat what you like and confidently share your smile.
Looking to restore existing dental implants? We help rejuvenate the look and utility of existing dental implants so you can keep smiling with confidence.
Implant-Supported Dentures
After dental implants heal, they can support dentures, the long-lasting solution for treating several missing teeth. Implant-supported dentures provide a modern alternative to traditional dentures.
Advantages of Oral Surgery & Everything You Need to Know
Some patients are understandably nervous when their dentists recommend oral surgery. At Pathway Dental Group, we use modern methods and tools that make oral surgery a gentle, safe, and effective treatment.
Oral surgery provides numerous benefits, including:
- Restored functions of teeth and bones
- Tooth replacement
- Enhanced health
- Cosmetic improvement
- Regained capacity for speaking, chewing, smiling, breathing
You can reduce the risk of complications by complying with your dentist’s post-operative instructions. Our team is on hand to help if any of these issues arise.
Relax with Sedation Dentistry
Did you know that over 30% of Americans experience some form of dental anxiety? We want your treatment to be as relaxing as possible. That’s why we have both oral and IV sedation to provide a more calm, comfortable, and positive experience.