Oral Surgery
When Might My Child Need Pediatric Oral Surgery?
Children may require oral surgery for various reasons related to their dental development, oral health, or facial growth. While many children progress through childhood without needing surgical intervention, certain conditions may necessitate specialized treatment to prevent more significant issues in the future. At Smile Center for Kids, we carefully evaluate each child’s unique situation, recommending surgical procedures only when truly beneficial for their long-term oral health.
Unlike general dental practices, our specialized pediatric approach considers not just the immediate issue but how intervention affects your child’s continuing dental development. We provide comprehensive evaluations that consider growth patterns, developmental milestones, and the timing of surgical procedures to achieve optimal outcomes with minimal disruption to your child’s comfort and routine. Our team’s extensive experience with young patients ensures that when oral surgery is recommended, it represents the most appropriate solution for your child’s specific needs.
- Extraction of problematic primary teeth that are preventing proper eruption of permanent teeth
- Removal of impacted teeth, including wisdom teeth in adolescents
- Surgical exposure of unerupted or impacted canines for orthodontic alignment
- Laser frenectomy procedures to address tongue-tie or lip-tie conditions that may affect feeding, speech, or dental alignment
- Biopsy of suspicious oral tissues for diagnostic purposes
- Treatment of dental injuries resulting from accidents or sports participation
What Sedation Dentistry Options Are Available for Pediatric Oral Surgery?
Appropriate sedation is often essential for ensuring children’s comfort during oral surgery procedures. At Smile Center for Kids, we offer various levels of sedation tailored to each child’s specific needs, anxiety level, and the complexity of their procedure. Our comprehensive sedation options range from mild nitrous oxide for minimal anxiety to deeper conscious sedation for more involved procedures.
For certain complex cases, we coordinate with specialized facilities to provide outpatient general anesthesia administered by pediatric anesthesiologists. This approach ensures that even the most extensive procedures can be completed safely while your child sleeps comfortably. Dr. Wilson carefully evaluates each situation to recommend the most appropriate sedation approach, always prioritizing both your child’s physical safety and emotional well-being throughout the surgical experience.