Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral Surgery in San Rafael, CA
Oral and maxillofacial surgeries involve operations on either the bone or soft tissues of the mouth and face. As your dentist in San Rafael, CA, Dr. Richard Creaghe can also perform these more complex procedures to accommodate nearly every level of need. He routinely performs wisdom teeth extractions; easily dealing with complicated impactions. He can also perform grafting to treat resorption cases. And he can even perform cosmetic procedures for his patients in San Rafael, San Anselmo, Larkspur, and Corte Madera.
Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Extraction is the procedure of removing a tooth. Extractions are done for several reasons: if the tooth has experienced significant decay, if wisdom teeth are impacted and will likely cause damage to the adjacent teeth, or in preparation for dentures or implants. In the first instance Dr. Creaghe will always do everything in his power to keep your natural tooth, but if it has decayed to the point where it cannot be saved, then extraction will be recommended with either a bridge or implant to replace it. If you have impacted wisdom teeth, there is no better dentist in San Rafael, CA to perform extractions than Dr. Creaghe. After you are sedated, the gums in the rear of your mouth will be opened, and depending on the type of impaction, the teeth will either be pulled directly or cut in half to ease the removal. You will feel no pain, and after a short healing period, you will regain the full strength, comfort, and functionality of your teeth.
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Bone and Tissue Regeneration
One service that distinguishes Dr. Creaghe from other San Rafael, CA dentists is his ability to perform both bone and soft tissue regeneration to stop gum recession and aid in restoration. Normally there is a healthy layer of keratinized gum surrounding each tooth which protects it from infection. The recession of gums due to aging or inadequate oral hygiene can leave teeth roots exposed and vulnerable to decay. Furthermore, as gum tissue recedes, the bone beneath it often experiences resorption, or degeneration, which compromises the basic strength of the jaw. To treat gum recession Dr. Creaghe will use a small graft from the roof of your mouth to cover the exposed tooth. Building up the gums in this way will prevent future gum recession and provide a better foundation for restoration placements. If the gum recession has reached a certain level you may have experienced significant bone loss, which warrants a bone graft. The gums in the affected area are first opened to expose the receding bone. Then a bone graft is taken from another area of the body (preferably the back of the jaw or chin) and is attached into place with titanium screws. The new bone will provide the structural support for restorations, as well as prevent more bone resorption. There is no better dentist in San Rafael, CA for performing these grafts. Call our office to schedule your appointments with Dr. Creaghe.
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Cosmetic Surgeries
Dr. Creaghe can alter the appearance of your facial structures with just a few minor procedures, so please contact us for more information on Cosmetic Surgeries.
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