If you require a specialized procedure like a sinus lift or gentle root canal therapy, Acre Wood Dental in Temple, TX is here to help. Our practice offers comprehensive oral surgery services, addressing complex dental and maxillofacial conditions with precision and a strong focus on your comfort. Our highly skilled team is equipped to handle various surgical needs, from addressing impacted teeth to performing advanced bone grafting for dental implants, all within a familiar and supportive environment. We use state-of-the-art technology and adhere to strict safety protocols to ensure the best possible outcomes for every patient.
Our top surgical procedures at Acre Wood Dental in Temple, TX include:
Sinus Lift
As part of our comprehensive implant services at Acre Wood Dental in Temple, we perform sinus lifts, a common and highly successful procedure necessary when there is insufficient bone in the upper jaw to support dental implant placement. This could mean the sinuses are too close to the implant site, and there may not be enough vertical bone height to securely anchor a dental implant.
A sinus lift, or sinus augmentation, involves gently lifting the membrane that lines the sinus floor and then placing bone graft material into the space created. This added bone material is then given several months to integrate and mature, creating a solid and stable foundation. Once sufficient new bone has formed, dental implants can be successfully placed, ensuring their long-term stability and success in an area that previously lacked adequate support. This procedure is a crucial step for many patients to become candidates for life-changing dental implants in their upper arch.
Tooth Extractions
While we always aim to preserve your natural teeth here at Acre Wood Dental in Temple, a tooth extraction sometimes becomes the best course of action to safeguard your overall oral health. We typically recommend removing a tooth when it's too severely damaged by decay, infection, or trauma to be saved with restorative treatments like fillings or crowns.
Extractions might also be necessary in cases of advanced gum disease where a tooth has lost significant bone support or to create space for orthodontic treatment. Our experienced team will thoroughly assess your smile with digital imaging tools to determine if an extraction is the most appropriate treatment. We'll prioritize your comfort throughout the process, using effective local anesthesia to ensure it's pain-free, and we offer sedation options for those who feel anxious. After the extraction, we'll provide clear post-operative care instructions for a smooth recovery and discuss excellent tooth replacement options, such as dental implants or bridges, to maintain your healthy, strong smile.
Root Canal Therapy
When the soft inner pulp of a tooth, containing nerves and blood vessels, becomes infected or inflamed due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures, or trauma, a root canal is often the most effective treatment to save the tooth and alleviate pain.
At Acre Wood Dental in Temple, our dentists perform root canal therapy to remove the diseased or damaged pulp, thoroughly clean and disinfect the inside of the tooth's root canals, and then fill and seal them. This process eliminates the infection, prevents its spread, and allows the natural tooth structure to remain intact.
Following a root canal, we typically recommend placing a dental crown to protect the tooth. Our team will keep you comfortable throughout the procedure and provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative instructions for a smooth recovery.
Advanced Oral Surgery for Your Healthiest Smile
If you need oral surgery or have any questions about our available procedures, we invite you to schedule a consultation at Acre Wood Dental in Temple. Call us today to discuss your needs and discover how we can help you achieve optimal oral health.
