ORAL, DENTAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

In the field of Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery; diagnosis and surgical treatment of all kinds of disorders and diseases of all soft tissues in the mouth (tongue, cheeks, lips, salivary glands, etc.), teeth, jaws and temporomandibular joints are carried out.

Depending on the type of procedure to be performed and the patient’s condition, surgical procedures planned to be performed are performed under local anesthesia, conscious sedation (deep sleep) or general anesthesia.

My Wisdom Tooth is a Problem for Me, What Should I Do?

Wisdom teeth are teeth that cause problems when they are impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth cause inflammation, cysts, severe pain and facial swelling in the jaw bone.

Preventing all of this is quite simple!

After the examination, the suitable teeth can be removed from their location with local anesthesia in a very short time and all the problems experienced can be corrected in an instant.

In our clinic, where today’s treatment approaches are strictly followed and applied, this is no longer a problem for us. Through soft tissue and bone adjustments that may be necessary prior to prosthesis construction, we can intervene with bone powder or direct bone augmentation to increase the volume of your jawbone and provide space for the prosthesis when necessary. When necessary, we perform minor surgical interventions on the soft tissues in the mouth and reveal your jawbone. Thus, we ensure that you can use your prosthesis comfortably and have a chance for implant treatments.

I Have Had Root Canal Treatment Many Times But My Pain Does Not Go Away, What Should I Do?

Although root canal treatment often prevents us from losing our teeth, in some cases the tooth may not respond to treatment and complaints may not decrease. In such cases, surgical intervention options should be considered before deciding to extract the tooth. Apical resection is an operation that is used exactly in such cases and significantly increases the success rate of the treatment and is the process of removing the infected part of the tooth root after the relevant area is numbed with local anesthesia. Then the pain is gone and we can return to our former comfort of life.

I have a cyst on my jawbone, I’m scared!

Cyst formation in the jaw bones and tissues such as cheek, tongue and lips in the mouth is a very common condition. This can be caused by severely decayed teeth that have not been treated for a long time, teeth that have previously undergone root canal treatment, teeth that are embedded in the jawbone or teeth that have been extracted but not treated properly. It can also occur due to biting or other types of trauma to areas such as lips, cheeks and tongue. Treatment of cysts in the jawbone is quite simple. You can get rid of the cyst painlessly with a short operation and regain your health.

Ouch! My face is swollen, what should I do?

In cases of swelling and pain, depending on the area where swelling occurs and the severity of the swelling with appropriate drug treatment, surgical interventions can easily reduce the swelling and prevent permanent damage to the face. However, in such cases, early intervention is very important and should not be neglected.

I have pain in my jaw joint, I can’t stand it!

The treatment of jaw joint disorders has recently started to be intensively researched. Jaw joint disorders are one of the most common disorders today and can cause a significant decrease in our quality of life. It can cause excruciating pain, especially in the temples, cheeks, lower jaw, behind the ears, head and neck, locking of the jaw while eating or talking, a ‘clicking’ sound when opening and closing the mouth, and chronic fatigue as it reduces the efficiency of sleep. In the treatment of joint disorders, treating only the symptoms will only save the day. The underlying causes of this condition, which requires interdisciplinary treatment, should be thoroughly investigated and eliminated after treatment to improve symptoms. Oral, Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery is a very wide field, if you have these and other problems, you can reach our clinics and get more information.

Healthy smiles!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What isimplant treatment?

Implants, loss ofone or more teeth for various reasons are titanium screws inserted into the jawbone. Implants are used both for tooth loss due to fixed prostheses and can be used to ensure the stability of removable prostheses.

In which cases should an implant be performed?

The most ideal treatment method for tooth loss is implant. In case of loss of one or more teeth, implant treatment should be performed to restore the chewing function of the person.

What are the benefits of implants?

One of the advantages of implants is that while single tooth defects are eliminated with bridge treatments, The missing tooth's neighbouring healthy teeth are abraded and this is not necessary in implant applications. In addition, in cases where a large number of teeth are missing or all teeth have been lost The removable prostheses used cannot provide sufficient satisfaction in terms of aesthetics and comfort. With implant applications , people have strong teeth again This is one of the most important advantages of implants. Implants can sometimes be used in combination with removable prostheses. In this case, another advantage of implant treatment is mobile is thatthe prostheses remain fixed during chewing and speaking.

How does the implant process work? How long does it take to complete?

Dental implant treatment consists of two stages : surgical and prosthetic. The first stage is the surgical stage where the implants are placed in the jawbone. This step depends on the patient's jaw structure and the treatment plan. It is carried out using the open or closed method according to. With the open method, the gums must be sutured after the procedure. In the closed method , it is not necessary to s uture the area where the implant is placed. Depending on the condition of the jaw bone after the surgical procedure , sometimes a prosthesis is placed immediately on the implant . In most cases, it is necessary to wait for the jawbone to heal. It usually takes 3 to 6 months for the jawbone to heal. If no problems occur at the end of this period, the prosthesis phase is completed and the prosthesis is permanently attached to the implant.

Does the brand of the implant matter?

Product quality and problems you don't want to face in the future, quality for the replacement of necessary parts of implants, It is important to choose a reliable and certified implant brand.

Why does everyone prefer to have their teeth done in Turkey?

The high quality standard of health care services and the high quality of favourable prices are the main reasons why Turkey is preferred. Also Turkey's unique nature and history, makes the treatment an unforgettable holiday experience for patients from abroad.

Isimplant treatment a painful procedure?

Thanks to modern anaesthesia techniques, pain is usually not felt during implant treatment. There may be mild discomfort after the treatment, but this can be easily controlled with painkillers.

How long doesthe implant last?

With proper care and regular dental check-ups , implants can be used for a lifetime. However, if oral hygiene is not observed, the life of the implants may be shortened.

Is there an age limit for implant treatment?

There is no upper age limit for implant treatment as long as the general health condition is favourable. However, the jawbone must be fully developed in young individuals, It is therefore usually applicable after the age of 18.