Frequently Asked Questions

Dental surgery includes procedures like tooth extractions, implants, gum surgery, and corrective jaw surgery.

For severely decayed or damaged teeth Impacted wisdom teeth Gum disease treatment Jaw alignment issues Tooth replacement with implants

Local anesthesia or sedation is used, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Some discomfort may occur after.

Simple extractions: 1–2 days Wisdom teeth removal: 3–7 days Implants or jaw surgery: several weeks to months

Soft foods like soup, yogurt, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs Avoid hard, crunchy, or spicy foods until healing improves

Follow dentist’s instructions Avoid rinsing for the first 24 hours Use saltwater rinse afterward Keep the surgical site clean

Swelling, bleeding, infection, nerve injury (rare)

For minor surgery, you may return the next day For complex surgery, rest for 2–3 days or as advised

Tooth extraction: $75–$300 Wisdom teeth removal: $200–$1,000 Implants: $1,500–$3,000 per tooth Prices vary by country and clinic

Discuss medical history and medications with your dentist Arrange for someone to drive you home Follow fasting instructions if sedation is used