Procedures
Dr. Phillips is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, which makes him the highest qualified individual to treat all oral and facial conditions. His board certification represents his exemplary knowledge of the oral and maxillofacial specialty and allows him to perform a full scope of procedures. Whether you need a simple tooth extraction or a more complex jaw condition treated, our oral surgeon is happy to meet with you and determine the best treatment to fit your needs.
We have found that most patients want to understand every step of their treatment before undergoing surgery. We are happy to provide patients with the information they need to feel completely comfortable. The procedure pages below contain details about many common oral and facial conditions as well as the treatment typically used to treat them. We encourage you to review these pages before your treatment and come to us with any questions you may have.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are a highly successful method for replacing missing or damaged teeth. They are a popular choice for tooth replacement because they prevent more serious complications often caused by tooth loss.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth are the final set of molars to develop in the back of the mouth. They tend to cause problems because they're too large to grow in properly. Our doctors recommend early removal to avoid any issues.
Full-Arch Restoration
Full-arch restoration is an ideal procedure for replacing a full arch of missing or damaged teeth. With the help of dental implants, your doctor can place a fixed denture that is custom-designed to look just like your natural teeth.
Bone Grafting
Bone grafting rebuilds the bone structure in a patient’s jaw and provides a supportive foundation for dental implants. A bone graft is most often necessary for patients whose teeth have been missing for an extended period.
Tooth Extractions
When tooth damage occurs, it's important to seek treatment to prevent the damage from spreading or causing more serious oral health problems. More serious instances of tooth damage most often require an extraction.
Impacted Canines
Impaction occurs when teeth are unable to erupt completely and instead become stuck beneath the surface of the gums. An expose and bond can prevent problems such as infection and damage to nearby teeth from occurring.
Jaw Surgery
Orthognathic surgery is necessary to correct complex jaw misalignment that nonsurgical treatments, such as braces or mouth guards, cannot fix.
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Tooth Replacement Options
Missing and damaged teeth can negatively affect your oral health. Fortunately, our office offers many options for tooth replacement. Our oral surgeons can help you determine which option is best for your needs.
Oral Pathology
Oral pathology is the diagnosis of oral diseases and infections that occur in the mouth, jaws, and salivary glands. If you notice any significant changes in the texture, shape, or color of your mouth’s lining, please contact our office.
Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
Pre-prosthetic surgery is often recommended to prepare your mouth for removable dentures. A pre-prosthetic procedure can help you achieve a more comfortable fit and prevent your dentures from slipping or causing sores.
Facial Trauma
Our oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform reconstructive surgery to restore your facial features after an injury to the teeth, jaws, or facial bones, which require special care and attention. We treat most types of facial injuries, from minor cuts and lacerations to facial fractures.
Distraction Osteogenesis
Distraction osteogenesis can be used to increase bone in the jaw or repair jaw defects; it is most common among patients who need their jaw bone altered but want a less invasive procedure than bone grafting.