At My Orthodontist in Deptford, New Jersey, we understand that orthodontic treatment sometimes requires a helping hand from oral surgery to achieve the best outcomes. In the quest for a perfect smile, the path isn’t always straight. At some of our New Jersey locations, we focus on dental and wisdom tooth extractions, but our comprehensive care extends through a network of specialized surgeons for more complex needs. Let’s explore five amazing ways oral surgery, starting with what we expertly handle in our office to how we coordinate care for procedures that complement orthodontic treatment.

1. Oral Surgery Creating Room for Perfect Alignment

One of the primary reasons for oral surgery during orthodontic treatment is to make space in a crowded mouth. Dental extractions, a specialty at My Orthodontist, can remove teeth that are beyond saving or are blocking others from coming in correctly. This process is crucial for aligning the remaining teeth smoothly and efficiently, paving the way for a healthier bite and a more attractive smile.

2. Resolving Issues with Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth often emerge long after the rest of the adult teeth have settled into place, potentially causing pain, crowding, and misalignment. Our expertise in wisdom tooth extraction helps prevent these issues before they start, or address them before they complicate or undo orthodontic work. Removing these problematic teeth is a strategic move towards maintaining the alignment achieved through orthodontic treatment.

3. Preparing for Advanced Surgical Interventions

While extractions are our forte, we know that some patients require more advanced surgical interventions to correct jaw misalignments, treat sleep apnea, or repair cleft lips and palates. We work closely with a network of trusted specialists to whom we refer our patients for these procedures. This collaborative approach ensures a seamless transition between orthodontic treatment and surgery, optimizing both treatment impact and patient comfort.

4. Enhancing Long-Term Orthodontic Stability

For certain patients, jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) is necessary to correct significant discrepancies between the upper and lower jaws that cannot be resolved with orthodontics alone. Though not performed in-house, we coordinate with specialists to ensure these procedures complement the orthodontic plan. Corrective jaw surgeries can dramatically improve the function of the jaw and teeth, ensuring the long-term stability and success of orthodontic treatment.

5. Supporting Comprehensive Aesthetic and Functional Rehabilitation

Complex cases involving facial asymmetries, severe bite issues, or congenital conditions like cleft lip and palate often require a multidisciplinary approach. By referring patients for these specialized types of oral surgery and integrating them with our orthodontic care, we not only aim to achieve aesthetic improvements but also enhance overall oral function. This holistic approach addresses the full spectrum of oral health needs, ensuring outcomes that patients love.

Referring Out for Comprehensive Care

While My Orthodontist excels in dental extractions, our commitment to your oral health extends beyond our in-house services. We maintain a strong referral network for surgeries that are not performed on-site, such as:

• Corrective Jaw Surgery and Orthognathic Surgery: For patients with severe jaw misalignments that cannot be corrected with orthodontics alone.
• Cleft Lip and Palate Repair: Providing essential care for congenital conditions, ensuring functional and aesthetic restoration.
• Tissue Grafting and Implant Surgery: Addressing gum recession, bone loss, and tooth replacements to support orthodontic outcomes.
• Sleep Apnea Surgery: Offering solutions for patients with sleep apnea, improving both their sleep quality and oral health.

Commitment to Excellence at My Orthodontist in Deptford, NJ

At My Orthodontist, our expertise in dental extractions combined with our collaborative approach with specialized surgeons ensures that every aspect of your oral health is addressed. We pride ourselves on creating customized treatment plans that consider the full spectrum of your orthodontic and surgical needs. Our goal is to make your journey to a perfect smile as smooth and efficient as possible.

We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive, integrated approach to orthodontic care, including oral surgery when necessary. By focusing on what we do best — dental and wisdom tooth extractions — and maintaining strong partnerships with specialists for other oral surgeries, we ensure our patients receive the highest level of care. Our team in Deptford, NJ, is committed to creating personalized treatment plans that address each patient’s unique needs, from simple adjustments that only require a few months of Invisalign to complex surgical interventions that involve an outside team’s expertise.

The goal of this “orthodontist near me” is to ensure a seamless, efficient, and comfortable treatment journey for everyone who walks through our doors, leading to beautiful smiles that last a lifetime. Whether it’s through the expert removal of troublesome teeth or facilitating advanced surgical care with our partners, we stand ready to complement your orthodontic treatment with the precise, targeted intervention it needs to succeed.