Oral Surgery in Simi Valley
A tooth that aches every time you chew, a wisdom tooth crowding its neighbors, or a gap you'd like to fill with an implant can quietly shape your whole day: what you eat, how you sleep, even how often you smile. Oral surgery is often the step that resolves these problems at their source. For families in Simi Valley, our team at 805 Dentistry offers a wide range of surgical care alongside everyday dentistry, so you can plan treatment with people who already know your smile.
Oral surgery covers procedures that go beyond a routine filling or cleaning. These include treatment of the teeth, gums, and supporting bone. At our office, that includes wisdom teeth removal, simple and surgical extractions, bone grafting, sinus lift surgery, frenectomy, apicoectomy, crown lengthening, and oral biopsies. Many of these procedures also prepare the way for restorative work, such as dental implants, implant-supported dentures, and full-arch options like All-on-4 and All-on-6.
Because our practice brings several disciplines under one roof, your surgical care connects directly with the rest of your treatment. Our team includes a board-certified periodontist, a board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist, and a board-certified dental anesthesiologist. We also have an on-site dental lab. Simi Valley patients don't have to coordinate between separate offices to get from diagnosis to a finished restoration.
Patients come to us for oral surgery for many different reasons. Here are some of the most common situations we see:
- Impacted or crowded wisdom teeth that need to be removed
- A badly damaged or infected tooth that can't be saved with a filling or crown
- Bone loss that requires grafting or a sinus lift before an implant can be placed
- A tight frenum that affects comfort or oral function
- A persistent infection at a root tip that may call for an apicoectomy
- A suspicious spot in the mouth that warrants an oral biopsy or oral cancer evaluation
Each of these needs a different approach, and some patients face more than one at a time. Someone replacing several missing teeth, for example, may need extractions, bone grafting, and implant placement planned as a single sequence. We map out that sequence with you in advance so you know what each stage involves and why it matters.
Am I a good candidate for oral surgery?
The best way to find out is a thorough exam with imaging, which we provide in our office. We offer 2D and 3D dental imaging, including CBCT imaging. These scans let us see bone volume, root positions, and nearby structures in detail. Our board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist interprets scans for impacted teeth and oral pathology, which helps us plan carefully before any procedure begins.
You don't need a referral to see us for oral surgery. If you're in Simi Valley and simply want answers about a tooth that's bothering you, you can schedule directly. We'll review your health history, talk through your goals, and explain your options. Sometimes that includes a less invasive alternative when one is appropriate.
Will I be comfortable during the procedure?
Your comfort is a central part of how we plan every surgery. We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia. Our board-certified dental anesthesiologist is part of our team, which gives patients with dental anxiety, or those facing longer procedures, a broader range of choices.
Before your appointment, we'll discuss which option fits your procedure and your comfort level. On the day of surgery, we'll walk you through each step so nothing comes as a surprise. If a problem flares up suddenly, we also offer emergency dental appointments, so Simi Valley patients in pain can be seen promptly.
What does recovery and aftercare look like?
Recovery depends on the procedure, and we give you aftercare instructions tailored to the treatment you received. A simple extraction usually involves a different recovery than bone grafting or full-arch implant work. We'll cover what to eat, how to keep the area clean, and what to expect in the days that follow.
We also schedule follow-up visits to check on healing and plan any next steps, such as placing a restoration once the site is ready. For implant patients, our periodontal team provides ongoing implant maintenance to help protect your investment over time.
How can I pay for oral surgery?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans and welcome self-pay patients. Before treatment begins, we'll review your estimated costs and coverage so you can plan with confidence.
Financing is also available for patients who prefer to spread costs over time. That can be especially helpful for multi-stage treatment like grafting followed by implants. Whatever your situation, our team is happy to talk through the options with you and your family.