Oral Surgery in Woodland Hills
If a dentist has told you a tooth needs to come out, your wisdom teeth are starting to ache, or you're planning for dental implants and have heard the words "bone graft," you probably have questions. At 805 Dentistry, our Thousand Oaks office cares for families from across the region, including Woodland Hills. We handle many oral surgery procedures in the same practice where you can receive your exams, cleanings, and restorations, so your care stays coordinated from the first consultation to the final follow-up.
Oral surgery is a broad term for procedures that treat the teeth, gums, jaw, and surrounding tissues through surgical techniques. For many of our Woodland Hills patients, it means a simple or surgical extraction, such as removing a badly damaged tooth or wisdom teeth that lack room to come in properly. It also covers procedures that prepare the mouth for tooth replacement, including bone grafting and sinus lift surgery, which can help create a stable foundation for dental implants.
Our oral surgery care extends to several other needs as well. We perform frenectomy procedures, apicoectomy (a procedure related to the root of a tooth), crown lengthening, and oral biopsies in our office when a spot in the mouth needs a closer look. Because our team also includes specialists in periodontics, endodontics, oral pathology, and oral and maxillofacial radiology, we can often address related concerns without sending you to a separate office.
Choosing a practice that offers surgery alongside general and specialty care means fewer handoffs and less repeating your story. Woodland Hills families can also bring children and adults of all ages to the same office for routine dental needs. You don't need a referral for our oral and maxillofacial surgery services, so you can contact us directly to schedule an evaluation.
Here's what many patients appreciate about having oral surgery with our team:
- Access to 2D and 3D dental imaging, including CBCT scans, read by a board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist
- Several sedation options, provided by a board-certified dental anesthesiologist on our staff
- An on-site dental lab that supports restorations after surgery, such as crowns or implant-related work
- Emergency dental appointments when a sudden problem can't wait
- Coordinated planning when surgery is one step in a larger treatment, such as implants or full mouth rehabilitation
How do I know if I need oral surgery?
The best way to find out is a thorough exam and imaging at our office. Common reasons patients come to us include wisdom teeth that may be impacted, a tooth too damaged to save, a persistent infection near a tooth's root, or a plan to replace missing teeth with implants or implant-supported dentures.
Our imaging capabilities are especially useful here. 3D CBCT imaging lets us evaluate impacted teeth, bone levels, and areas of concern in detail before we recommend anything. We'll explain what we see, walk you through your options, and let you know if a less involved treatment might meet your needs instead.
What happens during an oral surgery appointment?
Your visit begins with a consultation, imaging, and a clear explanation of the planned procedure. We review your health history, discuss your comfort level, and help you choose the sedation approach that fits the procedure and your needs.
For patients who feel nervous about dental work, we offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia. A board-certified dental anesthesiologist on our staff provides these services, which many patients with dental anxiety find reassuring. On the day of your procedure, our team will check in with you throughout, so you know what's happening at each step.
What should I expect after surgery, and how do I pay for it?
Recovery looks different depending on the procedure, so we'll give you aftercare guidance that fits your treatment before you head home to Woodland Hills. We'll explain what to expect in the days that follow, and we'll schedule any follow-up visits needed to check your healing. If you have concerns during recovery, call our office. We also offer emergency dental appointments when something needs prompt attention.
When it comes to cost, we work to keep things straightforward. We accept all major PPO insurance plans and welcome self-pay patients. We also offer financing to help spread out the cost of care. Our team can review your coverage and explain your options before treatment begins, so there are no surprises.
If you live in Woodland Hills and are facing an extraction, wisdom tooth removal, or surgery to prepare for implants, we're glad to help. Contact 805 Dentistry to schedule a consultation with our team.