Risks of Oral Surgery

Oral surgery is a specialty that involves diagnosis, surgery and treatment on injuries, diseases and defects in the tissues of the teeth and gums. It involves removal of teeth, dental implants and other surgical procedures. This article will list the risks of oral surgery.

Risks of Oral Surgery

• Bleeding is a common matter that has to be dealt with.




• Dry socket is a condition that could form and is very painful. It occurs when the blood clot comes out and the nerves and bones are exposed to food, contaminants and air.




• The face could swell and become painful.




• Pain will be present after the anesthesia has worn off.




• It is possible for the surgery site to become infected.




• Bones in the area can break. Fillings and other teeth could break.




• It is possible for the surgeon to leave a root tip, which can cause problems and pain.




• An opening in the sinus cavity could occur but it can be stitched and treated with antibiotics.