Your dentist in North Hollywood may send you to an oral surgeon if you require one of the following:
- Wisdom teeth removal
- Removal of other impacted or diseased teeth
- Placement of dental implants
- Treatment for facial trauma
- Treatment for TMJ, or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
- Treatment for sleep apnea
- Assessment of pathologic conditions, such as cysts, tumors, cancer, and infections of oral cavities, salivary glands, etc.
- Reconstructive or cosmetic purposes
- And others
Oral surgery normally requires only a local anesthetic, and considered an outpatient procedure. This means you should be able to return shortly home after your surgery is completed, with the approval of your oral surgeon in North Hollywood.
Depending on the treatment you required, you may need to spend some time at home and in bed. Make sure there is someone to drive you home, and who can at least check in on you periodically during this time. It is advised that recovering patients refrain from smoking or any similar activities, as this could cause damage or bleeding to the area. Ice packs can help with any swelling or pain, and after a few days, rinsing four times a day with lukewarm water is recommended.