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Rebuild Your Smile With Oral Surgery in Encino
When it comes to complex dental needs, oral surgery in Encino can often be necessary. Whether you’re struggling with a serious infection or considering dental implants, Dr. Zhitnitsky provides precise and gentle care. Most of all, he will only recommend surgery when needed. If he does, you can expect:
- Comprehensive care from start to finish
- A personalized approach based on your unique needs
- State-of-the-art techniques to ensure minimally invasive care
- Open communication and a thorough discussion of all your options
- Cutting-edge dental technology for precise planning
Call 818-796-5544 for an appointment.
Restore Your Dental Health & Function With Surgery
Your long-term dental health is our priority. Dr. Zhitnitsky will explore every treatment option available. While he prefers a conservative approach whenever possible, there are times when surgery is the most effective solution. When surgery is recommended, you can trust that it’s based on a careful evaluation of your specific situation and health needs. Best of all, you’ll find many surgical procedures available at our practice. You won’t need to drive around town to visit an outside oral surgeon.
Your surgery options include:
- Extractions – If an infected or damaged tooth puts other teeth at risk, your dentist will recommend an extraction. He will use gentle techniques to ensure a smooth process with minimal time needed for healing. You’ll receive aftercare instructions to protect the surgery area.
- Wisdom Teeth Removal – Extracting wisdom teeth can prevent future problems like crowding and gum disease. Your dentist will examine your mouth to determine if you’ll benefit from removing your third molars.
- Cosmetic Gum Surgery – By reshaping the gum line, you can improve your smile’s look. This also helps with other treatments, such as placing crowns or veneers. Your dentist will use laser technology to ensure your comfort.
- Ridge Augmentation – This restores the shape of your gums and jaw after tooth loss. It helps prepare your mouth for other restorations like dentures or implants.
- Sinus Lift – Before getting implants, a sinus lift adds bone to the upper jaw. It creates a solid foundation to support implants.
- Bone Grafts – If bone loss makes your jaw too weak for implants, bone grafts can help. Your dentist will add bone to the area and create sufficient support for implants.
To ensure you feel comfortable, you can choose from several sedation options, including oral sedation, laughing gas, and IV sedation administered by a specialist. These help you relax and feel no pain during the procedure. We also provide TVs in our treatment rooms to keep you distracted and at ease during your visit.
Call 818-796-5544 for oral surgery in Encino. You can also schedule online.
Common Questions About Oral Surgery
Tooth extraction is often needed if a tooth is too damaged to repair or if it is damaging your other teeth. In some cases, you need to have teeth removed to make room for dentures or another dental restoration. If necessary, we’ll recommend a bone graft or other procedures to ensure your jaw is strong enough to support dental implants. We can also perform cosmetic gum surgery to reshape your gumline.
For a healthy recovery, it’s best to ease slowly into exercise. You’ll want to avoid sports, workouts, and most other physical activity for the first 24 hours. Doing too much too soon can impede healing. For example, it can interfere with blood clotting. We recommend taking it easy for at least a few days.
You’ll need to avoid smoking for at least 12 hours prior to oral surgery (and 24 hours after). We perform most oral surgeries using only local anesthesia, so you’ll be able to enjoy a light meal several hours beforehand. We’ll give you more specific instructions. It’s a good idea to take off work or school for at least a day or two, depending on the kind of surgery you receive.