Oral Surgery — Expert Surgical Care in a Comfortable Setting

Oral surgery covers a range of procedures that involve surgically treating teeth, bone, or soft tissue in and around your mouth. You may need oral surgery if you have impacted wisdom teeth, a tooth that is broken below the gum line, bone loss in your jaw that requires grafting before an implant, or a tooth that cannot be saved with a root canal or crown. Your dentist will explain why surgery is recommended and what alternatives may exist before you make a decision.

Costs depend on the type and complexity of the procedure. Removing a single erupted wisdom tooth is less expensive than extracting four impacted wisdom teeth under sedation. Bone grafting costs vary based on the size of the treatment area. We provide a clear cost estimate during your consultation before any work begins. We accept most PPO dental insurance, offer flexible financing, and our Plan myDental provides discounts for patients without insurance.

Most PPO dental insurance plans cover a portion of oral surgery procedures including wisdom teeth removal, surgical extractions, and bone grafting when they are considered medically necessary. The amount covered varies by plan and provider. Our team verifies your benefits before your appointment and explains your estimated out-of-pocket costs so you can plan ahead. Visit our insurance page for more details on accepted plans.

You should not feel pain during the procedure. We use local anesthesia to thoroughly numb the surgical area, and sedation options including nitrous oxide and oral sedation help you feel calm and relaxed throughout. After surgery, some swelling and soreness are normal as the area heals. We provide aftercare instructions and may prescribe pain medication to keep you comfortable during the first few days of recovery. Most patients tell us the experience was much easier than they expected.

Recovery time varies by procedure. For wisdom teeth removal and surgical extractions, most patients feel significantly better within three to five days and can return to normal activities within a week. Bone grafting requires a longer healing period — typically three to six months — as the graft material integrates with your natural bone. We’ll give you a personalized recovery timeline and detailed aftercare instructions so you know exactly what to expect.

Si sedaci??n will be used, you’ll need to stop eating and drinking for a specific number of hours before your appointment and arrange for someone to drive you home. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and avoid wearing jewelry. Take any pre-operative medications as directed by your dentist. Stock your kitchen with soft foods like yogurt, applesauce, mashed potatoes, and smoothies for the first few days after surgery. We send detailed preparation instructions before your appointment so everything is covered.

In some situations, yes. A tooth that still has enough healthy structure may be saved with a root canal and crown instead of an extraction. Wisdom teeth that are fully erupted and not causing problems may be monitored rather than removed. However, when a tooth is severely damaged below the gum line, impacted, or when bone loss threatens your ability to receive an implant, surgery is typically the most reliable and effective solution. Your dentist will discuss every available option with you so you can make the best choice for your situation.

myDental provides oral surgery at multiple convenient Texas locations. Each office is equipped with digital X-rays, 3D imaging, and the surgical instruments needed to perform extractions, bone grafts, and other procedures safely and comfortably. Find the location nearest you and call to schedule your consultation.