Considering Your Options for Wisdom Teeth Removal in Lorton? How Our Team Ensures Your Comfort

For many people, dental issues can be an uncomfortable experience and this is especially true when it comes to problems with their wisdom teeth. When wisdom teeth do not grow in properly, are crooked, or are in a mouth that is too small to accommodate them, a surgical procedure to extract the wisdom teeth is necessary.



For those that are considering wisdom teeth removal, it is extremely important to choose a dental office that knows how to make a patient feel as comfortable and as well taken care of as possible. Below are a few ways that the team here at Lorton Oral Surgery works to ensure your comfort. For more information, give us a call at (703) 436-4633.



At Lorton Oral Surgery we believe in setting a high standard for communication, starting at the first consultation and at every step along the path to your procedure and final recovery period. Whether you’ve had oral surgery in the past or you’re coming in for a procedure for the first time, you can rest assured that everything will be fully explained. In our experience, when an individual is fully aware of what their surgery involves it provides a clear understanding that it generally isn’t as complicated or as painful as it might seem.



Another common reason that some individuals are apprehensive about oral surgery is the worry that some form of mistake will be made during the procedure – and again, you can be assured that you’re in good hands here at Lorton Oral Surgery. Our resident surgeon Dr. Snehal Patel is board-certified by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons and was educated at the elite Columbia University Medical Center. Along with the members of his practice team, he has performed hundreds of successful procedures and is ready to assist you with yours.



When you come in for your consultation, our team will share important details about the procedure with you and allow you to ask any questions that you might have. Please feel free to ask about our team’s qualifications so that you can feel confident that you’re placing your dental health in good hands.



Lastly, another way that Lorton Oral Surgery works to make patients feel comfortable and cared for is through good sedation practices. Rather than having to feel pain and discomfort during your procedure, we can make use of sedation dentistry. Sedation ensures that you aren’t left feeling anything during your operation, and afterward you will be supplied with adequate prescription medication to help you along the path to recovery.



If you’re dealing with painful wisdom teeth issues – don’t delay. Contact our offices today at (703) 436-4633 to book a free, no-obligation consultation with the Lorton Oral Surgery team. We’re excited to meet you and welcome you to our family of happy clients. Thanks for visiting!



Considering Your Options for Wisdom Teeth Removal in Lorton? How Our Team Ensures Your Comfort

Baby on the Way? Your Dental Surgery and Wisdom Teeth Options if You're Pregnant

The hormonal changes associated with pregnancy can affect your body in many ways, and this includes causing wisdom tooth pain. If you are pregnant and you have been told that the cause of your oral pain is your wisdom teeth, you may be wondering if the antibiotics and anesthesia that are used with this type of surgery will have a detrimental impact on your developing baby. You can work with your maxillofacial surgeon in several areas to safely get the dental surgery that you need; contact our offices at (703) 436-4633 and we’ll be happy to book you in for a consult.





Baby on the Way? Your Dental Surgery and Wisdom Teeth Options if You're Pregnant

Is Your Teen Suffering From Wisdom Teeth Pain? Why Removal Is a Great Option For Teens

July 12th, 2014 by Dr. Patel

The arrival of wisdom teeth are a part of a teen’s life, that point when the final set of molars decides to erupt. This sign of maturity generally happens any time between the teen years and the early twenties. It begins with inflammation and discomfort in the affected area before the teeth finally break through the surface of the gums. However, in many cases, teens will find themselves dealing with more serious problems. If your teen is suffering from wisdom tooth pain and it isn’t getting any better, it’s time to do something about it. Read on for a few tips below and to book an appointment with our oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Patel, contact the Lorton Oral Surgery offices at (703) 436-4633.

While it is completely normal to experience tenderness and pain as wisdom teeth erupt, your teen may be dealing with further complications. For example, many individuals suffer from impacted wisdom teeth. Impaction refers to a tooth entering at an improper angle; infections are common, as well as the formation of cysts. If left untreated, there can be damage to the gums, surrounding teeth, and nerves. Another common problem is when wisdom teeth fail to erupt. This also can lead to infections and extreme discomfort. Your dentist will be able to identify the source of discomfort for your teen and advise treatment.

In many cases, your dentist will immediately refer your teen to an oral surgeon like Dr. Patel for wisdom tooth removal. Often, this is advised as the best step as a preventative measure to avoid any complications. If your teen is already experiencing pain, removal can cure the problem and head off many others. The sooner your teen has wisdom teeth removed, the better. This will keep the root developing further and make the whole surgery an easier process.

An oral surgeon will be recommended to perform wisdom tooth removal for your teen. The procedure may take place in the office or in the hospital, depending on your wishes and how complex the surgery will be. In some cases, a local anesthetic may be enough for the procedure. However, you can request a sedative and anesthesia that is administered intravenously. General anesthesia and surgery in the hospital is recommended in more complicated cases or when there are other health problems that need to be taken into consideration.

While your teen will experience pain, swelling, and possible bruising for a few days after extraction, it will be well worth the lifetime of future relief. Pain medication, ice packs, and warm compresses are helpful as well. Your teen should rinse with warm, salt water several times a day. Eating soft foods is also recommended until the mouth is no longer tender.

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You Ask, We Answer: How Long Does It Take to Fully Heal After Wisdom Tooth Surgery?

July 6th, 2014 by Dr. Patel

If you are like most people, you will want to know how long it will take for you to get back to your normal day to day life following wisdom tooth surgery. Getting back to your daily activities might only take a couple of days following this procedure, but healing internally could take a few weeks. By learning more about what takes place in the days and weeks following wisdom tooth surgery, you will have a good idea about what the healing process consists of. For more information or to book a consultation to have your wisdom teeth assessed, contact the Lorton Oral Surgery offices at (703) 436-4633.



You Ask, We Answer: How Long Does It Take to Fully Heal After Wisdom Tooth Surgery? You Ask, We Answer: How Long Does It Take to Fully Heal After Wisdom Tooth Surgery?