Oral surgery
Wisdom teeth, apicoectomies and minor procedures – as an outpatient.
What is Oral surgery?
Procedures such as removing wisdom teeth, apicoectomies or removing cysts are planned with 3D X-rays and carried out under local or general anaesthesia, many of them particularly gently with laser technology. The clinic is led by a specialist in oral surgery.
In four steps
- 01Information & 3D diagnostics
- 02Pain-free anaesthesia
- 03Procedure
- 04Follow-up & stitch removal
FAQ
No, it is a routine procedure. If symptoms persist despite root canal treatment, we shorten the root tip slightly and remove the source of inflammation, such as a cyst or granuloma, to eliminate the remaining bacteria.
In most cases there is not enough room in the jaw, so they cannot come through properly. The surrounding tissue can then become inflamed.
Wisdom teeth lie close to the nerves of the lower jaw and tongue and to blood vessels. If these are injured, numbness in the lower lip or chin or a disturbed sense of taste on the affected side of the tongue can result. That is why the procedure is usually carried out by an oral surgeon.
If a tooth is displaced in the jaw – usually a canine – we work with the orthodontist to bring it into the right position with a minor procedure, so that misalignment is avoided. We also remove supernumerary teeth that stop the permanent teeth from coming through.
Among others, periodontal surgery, the reimplantation and transplantation of teeth, the treatment of acute inflammation and the removal or lengthening of the lip, cheek or tongue frenulum. Badly damaged teeth are removed as gently as possible and without major bone loss.
Yes, we also treat patients at higher risk, for example those taking blood thinners such as Marcumar, having radiotherapy or chemotherapy, or taking bisphosphonates. This often calls for special precautions before and during the procedure and an adapted surgical approach.
As a rule, no: procedures are carried out on an outpatient basis, under local or general anaesthesia. A hospital stay is only needed in rare cases. Thanks to laser technology, many procedures are minimally invasive and largely bloodless.
Depending on the procedure, 30 to 90 minutes. You receive clear written instructions for afterwards.
Usually not. Where necessary, we use local anaesthesia. For anxious patients we also offer treatment under general anaesthesia.
In Switzerland, dental treatment is usually not covered by basic health insurance. Many supplementary insurance plans contribute – we will gladly prepare a cost estimate for you to submit.
Usually within the same week – and on the same day if you are in pain. We offer emergency treatment Monday to Saturday until 21:00.