Oral Surgery
Oral Surgery Campbelltown
Comprehensive Solutions for Complex Dental Needs
If you are seeking expert solutions for complex dental problems, Bradbury Dental Surgery is your trusted option in Campbelltown. Our highly experienced team provides a truly comprehensive range of oral surgery services. We are committed to achieving optimal clinical results, covering everything from routine tooth extractions and complex wisdom tooth removal to advanced procedures such as dental implants and bone grafting, ensuring all your unique needs are addressed.
At Bradbury Dental Surgery, we understand that undergoing any oral surgery can feel like a significant step. That is why our experienced team combines advanced expertise with genuine, compassionate care. We prioritise ensuring you feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout every stage of your treatment journey.
What is Oral Surgery
Oral surgery is a specialised field of dentistry that focuses on surgical procedures in the mouth, jaw, and face. It addresses a range of complex dental issues, helping you achieve a healthy, functional, and beautiful smile.
This field encompasses various procedures, including:
✅ Impacted Teeth: Addressing teeth that are trapped beneath the gum line.
✅ Facial Trauma: Treating injuries to the jaw and mouth.
✅ Cysts and Tumours: Removing oral growths.
✅ Jaw Correction: Correcting jaw misalignment.
✅ Reconstruction: Reconstructing jawbone defects.
Common Procedures: We routinely perform dental implant placement, routine tooth extractions, and managing complex including wisdom tooth removal.
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Tooth extraction is a necessary procedure our skilled dental professionals perform to address severely damaged or decayed teeth.
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As the gold-standard solution in oral surgery, dental implants permanently replace missing teeth, offering unparalleled function and aesthetic restoration.
Wisdom tooth removal is a standard oral surgical procedure to manage complications associated with third molars.
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We offer intravenous (IV) sedation to ensure your experience during complex oral surgical procedures is marked by utmost comfort and deep relaxation, making your treatment stress-free.
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Oral Surgery Services at Bradbury Dental Surgery
Bradbury Dental Surgery is committed to delivering comprehensive oral surgery services that go beyond routine dental care. Our expertise lies in a wide range of essential surgical procedures designed to address various dental issues and promote optimal oral health.
Our specialised services include:
How to Prepare for Your Oral Surgery
Proper preparation is the foundation for a smooth and successful oral surgery experience at Bradbury Dental Surgery. Taking these proactive steps will significantly minimise stress and speed up your recovery.
Medical Discussion
You must discuss all existing medical conditions, medications (including supplements and over-the-counter medicines), and any allergies with your doctor and our experienced dental team.
Arranged Transportation
You will need someone to drive you home after your procedure as sedation may affect your ability to drive.
Recovery Planning
Prepare for some downtime after your surgery. Stock up on soft foods, drinks, and any necessary supplies like ice packs.
Strict Instruction Compliance
Carefully follow all pre-operative instructions provided by our team at Bradbury Dental Surgery, such as fasting or stopping certain medications as directed.
Open Communication
Don't hesitate to discuss any concerns or anxieties you may have. Our team at Bradbury Dental Surgery is here to answer your questions and address any concerns you may have.
Post-Operative Understanding
Expect some minor discomfort after surgery. We will prescribe pain medication to help manage any discomfort you may experience
Post-Operative Instructions After Oral Surgery in Campbelltown
Following these post-operative instructions carefully is essential for ensuring a smooth and fast recovery from your complex dental surgery. These guidelines will help minimise discomfort and prevent complications.
Immediate Care (First 24 Hours)
✅ Rest and Activity: Avoid intense activity and keep your head elevated with extra pillows for the initial 48 hours.
✅ Healing Site: Do not disturb the surgical site for the first 24 hours. Avoid rinsing, spitting, or sucking through straws, as this can dislodge the blood clot.
✅ Swelling Control: Apply cold packs to the external cheek area for 20 minutes on, 10 minutes off, during the first 24 hours to help control swelling.
✅ Bleeding: If bleeding persists, apply gentle, firm pressure with a clean gauze pad for 20 minutes. If bleeding continues, contact our dentist immediately.
Hygiene and Diet
✅ Hygiene: Resume gentle brushing and flossing for your remaining teeth after 24 hours, carefully avoiding the surgical site. Start rinsing gently with a warm saltwater solution multiple times a day after the first 24 hours.
✅ Diet: Stick strictly to soft and cold foods for the first three days. Avoid hot, spicy, and crunchy foods for at least 48 hours to allow the surgical site to heal properly.
Medication and Follow-Up
✅ Medication: Use prescribed pain medications for discomfort and continue taking any other prescribed medications as directed. Consult your dentist before taking any over-the-counter medications or blood thinners.
✅ Swelling: After the initial 24 hours, you may switch from cold packs to warm compresses and gentle external massaging to help reduce residual swelling.
✅ Follow-Up: Attend your scheduled follow-up appointment within a week for monitoring.
During your recovery, if you experience severe pain, excessive bleeding, or any concerning health issues, reach out to Bradbury Dental Surgery immediately. Our team is dedicated to optimal dental care to ensure your well-being and comfort.
Why Choose IV Sedation for Your Oral Surgery?
We understand the genuine impact of dental anxiety when facing complex treatments like wisdom tooth removal or dental implant placement. At Bradbury Dental Surgery, we offer safe, efficient, and stress-free IV sedation to ensure anxiety never compromises your need for essential oral surgery.
Choosing sedation at our practice provides distinct advantages for surgical procedures:
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Relaxation and Comfort
IV sedation facilitates a profound state of deep relaxation, ensuring you remain calm and completely comfortable throughout the entire surgical procedure.
Expert Monitoring
Your safety is our prioritised concern. During IV sedation, you are continuously monitored by a highly qualified professional to ensure stable vital signs throughout the procedure.
Efficient Surgical Treatment
By achieving deep relaxation, patients help our surgical team work efficiently and accurately, often minimising the overall time spent in the surgical suite.
Immediate Adjustability
Unlike oral sedatives, IV sedation levels can be rapidly adjusted or reversed, providing a significant safety advantage and customised comfort control.
Amnesia
Patients frequently experience a state of partial or total amnesia, meaning you may have little or no memory of the complex surgery afterwards.
Quick Recovery
While you need arranged transportation home, most patients find the recovery from IV sedation is relatively quick, allowing a faster return to normal activities (usually the following day).
Oral Surgery in Campbelltown
When complex dental issues arise, trust our experienced team to provide the expert surgical care you need. Whether you require a necessary Tooth Extraction or are planning a more advanced procedure, we handle complex treatments with precision and compassion.
We are your local resource for surgical foundation work, including preparing your jaw for secure Dental Implants. We also provide solutions that save natural teeth, working to prevent widespread loss that could lead to full or partial Dentures Campbelltown.
Ready to Schedule Your Appointment?
Contact Bradbury Dental Surgery now to schedule a consultation for your personalised surgical assessment. Call us today, (02) 4628 2151or book online.
Frequently Asked Questions
An oral surgery, or oral maxillofacial surgery, broadly refers to any surgical procedure that may involve the mouth, jaws, and face. It may or may not be related to the teeth, gums, and surrounding bone. It ranges from simple extractions to very complex reconstructive work.
Tooth extraction and wisdom tooth removal are the most common types of oral surgery. However, dental implants, bone grafting, and periodontal surgery are other surgical options.
Oral surgery is a specialised field of dentistry that focuses on surgical procedures in the mouth, jaws, and surrounding facial structures. It offers treatments from simple extraction to complex reconstructive surgeries. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons handle conditions like impacted teeth, jaw misalignments, facial trauma, and oral cancers.
Oral surgery encompasses a wide range of surgical procedures involving the mouth, jaw, and face, as well as more complex procedures beyond general dental surgery. Dental surgery mainly focuses on procedures related to the teeth and gums, typically performed by general dentists.
Generally, oral surgery is not painful due to the use of anesthesia. However, after coming out of anesthesia, some pain and discomfort may occur during the healing process. Pain can be reduced by the use of pain medication.
After oral surgery with stitches, it is best to follow a soft food diet so as not to irritate the surgical site and disturb the stitches. Eat foods that are easy to digest, which means they require little to moderate chewing.
The price of oral surgery in Australia depends on various factors, including the type of procedure to be performed, its complexity, the location of the clinic, and coverage of insurance.
Oral surgery is a discipline that bridges the fields of medicine and dentistry. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons who perform oral surgery are both dentists and medical doctors trained in both disciplines to treat various conditions involving the mouth, jaws, face, and neck.
Soft foods that are easy to chew must be given preference for healing and comfort after oral surgery. Such foods include applesauce, yogurt, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, smoothies, and soups.
Risks and Complications in Oral Surgery
It's essential to be well-informed about potential risks and complications before undergoing oral surgery. While these procedures are generally safe and highly effective, we prioritise providing a comprehensive guide to ensure your complete confidence in our care.
Infection
Persistent pain, excessive swelling, or unusual discharge may indicate an infection. Action: Contact your dentist immediately if you notice these signs.
Injury to Adjacent Teeth
In rare instances, teeth or surrounding soft tissues may be accidentally injured during complex surgery. Bradbury Dental Surgery takes meticulous care and uses advanced planning to minimise this potential.
Dry Socket
This can occur after a tooth extraction if the protective blood clot is prematurely dislodged. Bradbury Dental Surgery provides clear post-operative instructions on how to minimise this risk.
Numbness (Paresthesia)
Temporary numbness is common after the anaesthetic wears off. In rare cases, nerve injury during surgery may cause temporary or, very rarely, permanent numbness in the chin, tongue, or lips.
Tooth Root Fragments
Occasionally, small fragments of tooth roots may be left behind during an extraction. We take meticulous care to ensure the surgical site is clean, and fragments are only left if their removal poses a greater risk to the nerve or jawbone.
Sinus Problems
Procedures involving the upper jaw carry a minimal risk of sinus-related issues, which are managed carefully by our experienced team.