Oral Surgery in Pocatello, ID
Our team is available to answer your questions and address your concerns to help make your oral surgery experience positive every step of the way, so please don’t hesitate to contact us.
An Outstanding Option for Optimal Oral Health
Oral surgeries are surgical procedures performed in the head, neck, face, jaws as well as the hard and soft tissues of the mouth. Just because you have been referred for oral surgery does not necessarily mean that you have a difficult-to-treat condition — it simply means that an oral surgeon is a specialist with the training and skill to treat your specific condition for the very best results.
Oral surgery procedures include simple and complex teeth extractions (including wisdom teeth), dental implant placement, repair of facial and jaw bone fractures, treatment of cysts and tumors of the jaws, soft tissue biopsies, jaw realignment surgery (also called orthognathic surgery) to correct the bite, surgical treatment of TMJ, and various types of cosmetic procedures.
If you’re wondering if there is a difference between oral surgery and oral and maxillofacial surgery, you wouldn’t be the first. To clarify, there is no difference — oral simply refers to your mouth, while maxillofacial refers to your entire jaw and face. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and perform surgery to treat injuries or problems in the maxillofacial areas, including the mouth!
Oral Surgery Procedures in Pocatello, ID
A certified and experienced oral surgeon is the most qualified provider to place dental implants and provide other types of tooth replacements such as implant-supported dentures and bridges. In addition, your dentist may refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon for the following reasons:
- Facial pain or TMJ
- Wisdom teeth impaction
- A jaw that is misaligned
- Reconstructive surgery following an injury
- Cleft lip and palate treatment
- Cancer or other pathology in the mouth, face, jaw, or neck
- Surgery to prepare for the proper fit of a denture
No matter what type of oral surgery you require, you are in the very best hands at Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho. Drs. Baker and Jepsen stay up to date on the latest methods and surgical techniques and bring to southeast Idaho a vast knowledge of the technology and procedures that can dramatically increase your quality of life. Drs. Baker and Jepsen perform the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including cosmetic procedures, with your comfort, overall health, and well-being in mind.
Our team is available to answer your questions and address your concerns to help make your oral surgery experience positive every step of the way, so please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are an ideal, natural-looking solution to tooth loss and can restore a complete smile. Our surgeons work with you to determine which implant options best suit your needs.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Referred to as third molars, wisdom teeth are the last set of teeth to emerge. Situated in the back of the mouth, these teeth pose a threat to your oral health and can cause problems like impaction or overcrowding. Removing wisdom teeth can prevent complications and preserve oral health.
Full-Arch Replacement
If you have extensive tooth loss, full-arch restoration offers a comprehensive tooth replacement solution that can restore an arch of teeth. This permanent restoration is supported by dental implants.