Oral surgery sounds intimidating, but most procedures are straightforward, well-planned, and focused on getting you comfortable fast. At Dental Nation in Las Vegas, we help with urgent needs (like painful or broken teeth) and planned care (like extractions or dental implants). For more complex cases, we coordinate closely with trusted local specialists—so you always have the right level of care.
When is Oral Surgery Recommended?
Common reasons include:
- Problem teeth that can’t be predictably restored
- Wisdom teeth that are painful, infected, or hard to clean
- Dental implants to replace missing teeth and restore chewing confidence
- Care related to gum disease (when infection has affected the bone and support)
At your visit, we’ll examine the area, take any needed X-rays, and walk you through options and timing.
What We Do—in House and With Specialists
- Tooth removals (simple or surgical). If a tooth is too damaged to save, extraction can protect your long-term health. We’ll also discuss replacement options.
- Wisdom-tooth evaluations. We assess whether removal is appropriate now or later and help you plan for the smoothest recovery.
- Dental implants. Implants can replace one tooth—or help secure a full arch—so you can speak and chew with confidence.
- Infection and gum care. When tooth pain stems from gum disease, targeted periodontal therapy can reduce bacteria and inflammation.
Not every case needs an oral surgeon; many procedures are comfortably completed in our office. If your situation calls for advanced surgery or anesthesia, we’ll coordinate your referral and guide you every step.
Comfort Options & What to Expect
Modern local anesthesia and comfort techniques mean most procedures feel pressure, not pain. If you’re anxious, we’ll review reasonable comfort options and pacing before we begin. (Our team even discusses modern anesthesia and sedation in our patient education articles.)
Your visit typically includes:
- exam and imaging
- clear treatment plan and timeline
- home-care instructions
- follow-up to check healing.
Recovery Basics
Plan to rest the day of your procedure, keep the area clean per our instructions, and stick to soft foods at first. Call us if you notice increasing pain, swelling, fever, or a bad taste—those can be signs you need extra attention. For urgent issues after hours, use our emergency line; if you can’t reach us in a true emergency, call 911.
Cost, Insurance & Flexible Payments
Before any procedure, we’ll outline your options and expected costs. We accept major cards and offer CareCredit® financing to help spread payments comfortably. Existing patients can also pay online. Ready to talk about your options? Reach our Las Vegas team at (702) 642-8101 or send us a note—we’re here to help.
