Dental practice Elite Dent

Oral Surgery

Surgical procedures under local anaesthesia, without pain

Oral surgery is the branch of dentistry that covers surgical procedures in the oral cavity: extraction of wisdom teeth and complicated teeth, cyst removal, sinus lift and bone augmentation. At the Elite Dent dental practice in Banja Luka we perform all procedures under local anaesthesia, so they are completely painless.

The Elite Dent team has many years of experience in oral surgery and uses the most modern equipment and materials. Many surgical procedures prepare the ground for other work, for example implant placement, so it is important that they are performed by an experienced team that plans every step in advance.

Oral surgery procedures we perform

  • Apicoectomy - removal of the tip of a tooth root affected by a granuloma or cyst. It is done when root canal treatment is not enough, and the goal is to save the tooth instead of extracting it.
  • Sinus lift - a procedure under local anaesthesia that restores bone in the back part of the upper jaw. It is most often a preparation for implant placement when there is not enough bone.
  • Augmentation (reconstruction) of bone tissue - grafting of the patient's own bone and/or the use of artificial bone to build up bone tissue. It creates a firm support for the future implant.
  • Surgical extraction of teeth and wisdom teeth - including complicated cases, such as residual roots and unerupted wisdom teeth.
  • Cyst removal (cystectomy) - removing a cyst before it damages the surrounding bone and neighbouring teeth.
  • Vestibuloplasty and frenectomy - corrections of the soft tissues of the oral cavity, most often as preparation for a denture or in case of frenulum problems.
  • Sinus operations
  • Placement of artificial bone - per tooth.

Wisdom tooth extraction

Wisdom teeth that do not erupt properly can cause pain, inflammation, swelling and movement of the other teeth. Sometimes they remain trapped in the bone or under the gums, so they are not visible but cause problems.

We perform surgical extraction of wisdom teeth under local anaesthesia, including complicated cases. The procedure is painless and short, and recovery is quick. If a wisdom tooth hurts or the gums around it become inflamed, do not delay the checkup, because the inflammation only gets worse over time.

What the procedure and preparation look like

Before every procedure our expert team performs a detailed analysis and examinations to ensure the right choice of therapy. Proper preparation reduces risk and shortens the procedure itself.

The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia and is completely painless. If you have any health conditions or take medication, it is important to tell us in advance, so we can adapt the therapy to you.

Recovery after an oral surgery procedure

The procedures are short and recovery is quick. After the procedure you receive clear care instructions: what you may eat, how to maintain hygiene and what to pay attention to in the first days.

We are available for all questions during recovery as well. If you have any concerns, feel free to call us at any time of day.

Frequently asked questions about oral surgery

Are oral surgery procedures painful?

No. All procedures are performed under local anaesthesia and are completely painless.

What is a sinus lift?

A sinus lift is a procedure that restores bone in the back part of the upper jaw. It is most often done as preparation for implant placement when there is not enough bone.

What is an apicoectomy?

An apicoectomy is the removal of the tip of a tooth root affected by a granuloma or cyst. The goal of the procedure is to save the tooth instead of extracting it.

When does a wisdom tooth have to be surgically extracted?

When it does not erupt properly, remains trapped in the bone or under the gums, or causes pain, inflammation and movement of the other teeth.

How long does recovery take?

The procedures are short and recovery is quick. After the procedure you receive clear care instructions and we are available for all questions.

Can bone be built up before an implant?

Yes. With augmentation, the patient's own bone is grafted and/or artificial bone is used, creating a support for the future implant. Read more about implants on the Implantology page.

If you have any questions, feel free to send us a message.

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