1. When should i see a maxillofacial surgeon?
Your dentist will refer you to a maxillofacial surgeon when there are signs of impacted teeth, unsuccessful root-canal treatment, TMJ problems, cysts and tumor-like lesions in the mouth. You can apply to a maxillofacial surgeon when you have one or more of the following conditions:
- Severe or chronic pain in the maxillofacial region; - Loss of function - Injury
- Deformity or trauma - Infections
2. What is the implant?
A dental implant is a screw-shaped holder made of titanium which takes the place of the lost tooth. It is inserted into the jaw bone by a surgical procedure and functions like your natural tooth. A dental implant is made from biocompatible titanium, which is placed directly into the jawbone to replace a missing tooth. It is especially designed to fuse with the jawbone and become a permanent fixture within the mouth. A porcelain crown is attached to the implant so that the visible part looks just like a natural tooth.
3. Can everyone get dental implants?
While many people are suitable candidates for dental implant surgery, not everyone can get an implant.
In order to have a dental implant placed, we recommend that you are in good general health and that your gums are in good condition. It is also necessary that you have enough jawbone to support an implant.
If you decide to go ahead with dental implant surgery, we recommend that you stick to a good oral hygiene routine by brushing and flossing daily and see your dentist for regular check-ups.
We generally do not recommend implants for people who smoke, and those with chronic diseases such as uncontrolled diabetes and connective tissue diseases.
4. Should the impacted teeth be pulled out?
Related sourced from dental abscesses If the cyst or tumor-associated fractures have pain at the risk of dental caries risk of developing embedded or adjacent teeth must be pulled.
5. What precautions should be taken after tooth extraction?
- The tampon placed in the extraction area should be kept in place for at least 30 minutes
- Nothing should be eaten or drunk for at least two hours.
6. How long is the healing period after the impacted teeth are pulled?
It usually heals within 3-7 days.
7. What is alveolitis?
It is the inflammation that occurs in the bone after tooth extraction. There is severe pain and it is not relieved by painkillers. To avoid this situation, follow the post-operative recommendations. When you encounter such a situation, please come to our clinic as soon as possible.
8. What is orthognathic surgery?
Orthognathic surgery is applied when there is incompatibility between the jaws and / or the closing of the teeth cannot be corrected orthodontically. Please review Orthognathic Surgery title in Patient Information section.
9. What types of anesthesia methods are used for operations?
Various types of anesthesia can be applied depending on your preference. The first of these is local anesthesia, it numbs the relevant area. The second is sedation, you become partially conscious. The third is general anesthesia, your consciousness will temporarily disappear completely and you will not remember the operation.
10. Can I eat and drink on the day of the operation?
If you prefer sedation or general anesthesia, you should not eat or drink anything for 8 hours before application. If you have eaten or have eaten anything, your operation will be canceled. You should arrive with a full stomach for the procedure performed under local anesthesia.
11. Can I drive after the operation?
After an operation with sedation and general anesthesia, an adult will be asked to accompany you. However, it is OK to drive after a local anesthetic.
12. What are the causes of pain and sound in the jaw joint?
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) or changes in adjacent structures and some systemic diseases may cause TMJ problems. Sometimes, disorders related to the masticatory muscles can also cause pain and loss of function.
13. When is surgical procedure preferred for the correction of maxillofacial disorders?
Surgical intervention in the correction of maxillofacial disorders is usually applied after the completion of growth and development. However, in some cases where functions are extremely impaired or advanced deformities need to be prevented, it can be treated at an earlier age.
14. When should the lip-palate clefts be treated?
The operation can be performed if the condition of the baby is 10 weeks and suitable for surgery. If only soft palate is affected in palate clefts, operation can be performed before the 18th month. if the cleft involves the hard palate, surgical procedures can be carried out between 18-24 months.
15. Can teeth that have inflammation at the root tip be rescued?
Incisors, rarely, in small molar inflammatory formations at the root end of the teeth can be removed together with the third end portion of the stem. Thus, the patient's tooth can be left without pulling it out.
16. I have a chronic systemic disease. What should I follow before dental treatments?
First of all, you should go to our clinic, have a clinical examination and, if necessary, consultation with other branch doctors.
17. What is an abscess and how is it treated?
Abscess is a clinically painful swelling. The center of acute abscess is hard and painful and there is edema around it. There is an increase in temperature in the relevant area. If the abscess is ripe, it is felt to be filled with fluid when checked with a finger. Chronic abscesses develop more slowly than acute ones and there is usually no edema. The swelling is harder and the pain is less. Under antibiotic treatment, the active tooth must be extracted surgically and the abscess must be drained.
18. Can the abscess tooth be pulled?
As soon as possible under antibiotic therapy, the abscess tooth should be removed.
19. How are jaw fractures treated?
Non-surgical method: The lower and upper jaws are brought together and fixed with wires and elastics.
Surgical method: The unaffected jaw bone on both sides of the fracture line is attached to each other with the help of plates and screws.
20. What should be done if the maxillary sinus is opened after tooth extraction?
This opening should be closed as soon as possible. In poorly sealed or overlooked openings, the food the patient eats and drinks may come from his nose, there is difficulty in smoking and the cheek cannot be inflated. Patients with such complaints should immediately apply to the maxillofacial surgery clinic.
21. What kind of disease is trigeminal neuralgia?
The cause is not known exactly. It is a condition that affects one or all of the three branches of the trigeminus nerve and causes severe pain in the face area where those branches are dispersed. Touching the affected facial area, shaving, talking, and sometimes even eating can trigger episodes of pain. The pain starts suddenly with lightning and stops suddenly. Medication, injection or surgical treatment can be applied.
22. I live outside of Kayseri. What should I do to be treated in your clinic?
You should apply to Erciyes University Faculty of Dentistry Oral Diagnosis USA with your ID and be referred to our clinic after your first examination.