Oral Dental Surgery

Rely on Us for the Best Oral Surgical Care

Dr Gabor Bodnar DMD specializes in a comprehensive range of oral surgery services aimed at enhancing and safeguarding your oral health. With extensive experience serving various regions including Fort Lauderdale, Landings, Bermuda Riviera, FL, the Coral Ridge community, and nearby areas, Dr Bodnar has established a reputation as a leading expert in resolving oral health issues.

Understanding that dental procedures, particularly oral surgery, can induce anxiety in patients, Dr Bodnar and the entire staff are committed to providing patient-centered care. We prioritize addressing patient concerns and ensuring that all questions are answered. Our approach is akin to treating each patient as a member of our own family. As a result, our patients have the utmost confidence in receiving the highest quality oral surgery care possible.

Our oral surgery services include tooth extractions and wisdom teeth removal.

The Process

Phrases like "like getting teeth pulled" reveal society's perception of dental extraction; however, this negative connotation is antiquated. Modern dentistry practices, such as ours, possess all the necessary technology to facilitate a comfortable extraction process. Generally, extractions take less than an hour, and with the use of local anesthesia and IV sedation, if required, the tooth removal procedure is pain-free.

Which Options Are Best?

There are various reasons why a tooth may require extraction. If the tooth is trapped in the gumline (commonly seen with wisdom teeth), if there are serious issues with crowding, or if the tooth is too damaged, decayed, or loose to be saved via root canal treatment, Dr Bodnar may conclude that extraction is the optimal solution. After the recovery phase concludes, it's time to initiate the prosthodontic or orthodontic steps required to restore your smile. If you've been experiencing tooth discomfort, there's no reason to persevere in pain out of anxiety surrounding dental appointments. It's likely that the problem will worsen if left untreated. The doctor will evaluate whether extraction is necessary or if alternative options, such as root canal treatment, are available.

Why Do People Have Wisdom Teeth?

While the average adult mouth can comfortably accommodate around 28 teeth, most adults have 32 teeth, which include the additional four teeth known as wisdom teeth or third molars. The explanation for this is that throughout evolution, the human jaw has reduced in size, leaving no adequate space for wisdom teeth.

As a result, the wisdom teeth become obstructed or impacted by the surrounding teeth, leading to considerable distress. If the wisdom teeth only partially emerge, food debris may accumulate in the tissue covering it, resulting in bacterial growth and the potential onset of a severe infection.

The Importance of Removing Wisdom Teeth as a Young Adult

Dr Bodnar can prevent potential healing difficulties by extracting wisdom teeth while a patient is in their young adulthood. As an individual enters their mid-thirties, the risks associated with wisdom teeth removal substantially increase. Ideally, wisdom teeth should be removed between the ages of fifteen to eighteen. Nevertheless, if you're an adult who requires wisdom teeth extraction, there is no need to be anxious. We prioritize our adult patients' well-being and take extra precautions to ensure their comfort during the process.

After assessing your circumstances, we may advise that you retain your wisdom teeth until it is imperative to remove them. When the extraction is unavoidable, Dr Bodnar will administer a simple and painless procedure. Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities. The removal of wisdom teeth is a frequent practice at our office, where we often see patients for this procedure.