Oral Surgery, Dental Implants, and Wisdom Teeth Removal in Fresno, CA

Dental implants are a revolutionary solution for one or more missing teeth. They recreate the look, feel, and function of a natural tooth by fusing to the jaw bone and supporting a custom-made crown. A dental implant will remain in your mouth at all times, unlike removable bridges or partials that have to be taken out during eating and brushing. Dental implants can even support a fixed denture for long-term smile replacement through full-arch restoration. Once a dental implant is inserted into an empty tooth socket, the implant post fuses to the jaw bone. This provides the same stimulation as a natural tooth root, keeping the jaw bone strong and healthy over time. Tooth loss is often associated with jaw bone deterioration due to lack of stimulation. In fact, dental implants are the only tooth replacement solution that maintains the integrity of the jaw bone.

When a patient requires more complex surgery or diagnosing, general dentists refer them to an oral surgeon. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons undergo an additional 4–6 years of training after dental school, where they learn to administer all forms of anesthesia and perform more intricate procedures like orthognathic surgery and facial trauma treatment. Many oral surgeons are on call at local hospitals, where they provide care for emergency cases.

Oral surgeons are experts at diagnosing and treating problems with the bones and soft tissues of the head, neck, mouth, and jaws. During residency training, they gain experience administering general anesthesia in a hospital setting while monitoring patients throughout their procedure. All of the oral surgeons at Fresno Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Dental Implant Center took their expertise one step further by becoming certified by ABOMS, a leading organization that recognizes the top oral surgeons in the nation.