Oral Surgery

Oral Surgery services offered in San Antonio, Helotes and Shavano Park, TX

Having a highly trained oral surgeon to turn to is vital for the health of your teeth and smile. At Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces, with four locations in San Antonio and an office in Helotes, Texas, the dental team offers oral surgery to repair functional issues with your smile or improve its appearance. Schedule an evaluation by phone or request one online today to learn more about your options.

Oral Surgery Q&A

What is oral surgery?

Oral surgery at Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces consists of procedures that repair, restore, extract, or improve the look of your teeth. Oral surgery is sometimes needed to maintain a healthy, more functional, pain-free, and gorgeous smile. Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces offers sedation dentistry to ensure oral surgery is a comfortable, relaxing, and painless experience.

What are the different types of oral surgery?

Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces offers numerous oral surgeries, including:

Extractions

The practice provides wisdom teeth removal and extractions of severely damaged or decayed teeth, replacing them or making room for healthier teeth. You might need extraction because of tooth crowding, wisdom tooth impaction, or extreme tooth damage.

Root canals

Root canals are restorative dental procedures in which a dentist opens part of an infected tooth, cleans the inside of the tooth, and fills the empty space with dental materials.

Dental implant placement

If you’re a candidate for implant-supported dentures, crowns, or bridges, your dentist inserts dental implants (metal posts) into your jawbone during a minor surgical procedure.

How should I prepare for oral surgery?

Follow your dentist’s instructions to prepare for oral surgery. You might need to stop taking specific medications, avoid food and drink the morning of the procedure, and make plans for someone to drive you home and stay with you afterward.

What can I expect during oral surgery?

Your specialist numbs the treatment area before you undergo oral surgery. They offer a sedative to relax you or make you fall asleep. Your dentist removes, repairs, or restores the affected teeth or inserts dental implants during oral surgery. They close any incisions and may place gauze in spaces left behind after extraction. Afterward, they take you to a recovery area.

What happens after oral surgery?

After oral surgery, follow your post-procedure instructions. Have a friend or family member drive you home, get plenty of sleep, and take any medications as directed. Avoid vigorous brushing, using mouthwash, or drinking through a straw until given the OK. The treatment area is typically tender for a short time.

Begin with a liquid diet, then a soft food diet, before progressing to solid foods. Attend follow-up visits with your dentist as needed. You might require additional dental treatments after oral surgery.

Schedule an oral surgery evaluation at Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces by phone or request one online today.

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Happy Patient Reviews

I went here for a root canal yesterday scared out of my mind but Dr Smith and his assistant were beyond amazing! I highly recommend you see Adam Smith for any dental issues you won’t regret it.

Chelsey V.

Dr. Smith is absolutely fantastic. All the staff is amazing and very helpful. Customer satisfaction is the best I've received at any dentist. The procedures are essentially painless and the equipment and tools are advanced and updated. Big thank you to Sandra and Derek who are very knowledgeable, professional, and great to work with. The office is near and clean with a little theater for everyone and an arcade machine for entertainment. Would not recommend any other dentist. Thank you again Dr. Smith!

Mohsin S.

First time there with my 4 children. Loved their hospitality always made us feel welcomed and answered all of my questions patiently. My children hate dental visits and this was the first smooth visit we've ever had at the dentist.. Dr. Melendez was great and so was the entire staff at the Mission clinic on Roosevelt.

Veronica S.

Been coming here since they opened this location and I can honestly say..I'm comfortable I have had all my kids come here..love the way they work with you I have not had problems. The crew is incredible as well as the Dentist..too bad they changed the crew but we just went recently to get braces on my daughter ...we were in and out was fast and the 2 girls who helped us were very friendly...and were on point with everything we asked them..plus the girl who help prep my daughter with her braces was very nice and really knew what she was doing hands on kind of person..which I loved..I hope she gets noticed for her hard work ..she made everything look easy..I cant wait to go see her when I'm ready to put my braces on..I would recommend anyone to go to this inviting Dentistry....May I say I'm a very picky mom so trust me when I say ...its a 5 star

Jennifer R.

Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff always welcoming and makes you feel comfortable. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to sit and watch a movie or to play with the arcade games. Like how they explain and go over everything that will be done.

Cindy F.

Really nice workers. They know what they are doing. Girls on the front very polite and friendly. Dr. Rice knows what's she is doing. I really recommend this dentist office.

Nancy A.

Always Treated With Courtesy And Respect. The Staff Always Make All My 5 Kids Feel comfortable whether it’s for cleaning or dental work and Orthodontics. The waiting area is nice and comfortable to either sit and watch a movie or TV or Arcade games. And there’s also refreshments like water or coffee or tea to Brew in a Keurig machine I enjoy a cup of coffee when I sit and wait.

Naomi G.

I love this place !!!! I’ve been bringing my daughter here for about 8 or 9 years and I’ve always had a great experience. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. You won’t regret it!

Savannah C.

They have a great friendly staff, Ashley is very attentive. Both my daughter and I come here for our dental needs. They make her feel comfortable and safe. I've had my wisdom teeth pulled and fillings done here. They make sure you don't feel any pain.

Brian M.

Great service such an awesome staff. I love the environment. I love how the staff makes mydaughter feel so comfortable. I will definitely come back!

Laura V.

My daughter just had dental work with Dr. Smith and assisting him was Juliet and Karla. Dr.Smith was great and so were Karla and Juliet very friendly my daughter did not feel anything awesome dental work and customer service and front office staff were very friendly and sufficient a great experience. I have been bringing my kids here for about 4 years.Bring your kids to this dental office located on Ingram.

Gina R.

I have switched dentists for my son a couple of times. I think we are sticking to this place, the staff is always friendly and very helpful. The dentist are thorough and patient. Great set up in the lobby.

Herlinda V.

My daughter and I believe we chose the right place for her braces. The employees are always so nice and helpful. I recommend smile structure on Ingram. Staff is professional with a smile aways on there faces.

Letty T.

My first visit & I loved how they were very patient & took there time to get my daughter to get comfortable since she gets very nervous she loved ot as well & can't wait to come back thanks to the staff!!!!! I would really recommend this place.

Jessica G.

Everyone was great! Sandra in billing is very informative of our options and took care of our needs during my sons procedure.

Leticia P.

Smile Structure Dentistry and Braces

✆ Phone Number: 210-572-2394