Comprehensive Oral Surgery for a Healthier Smile
When a tooth cannot be restored or a surgical dental procedure is necessary, you deserve compassionate care from an experienced dental team. At About A Smile, we provide professional Oral Surgery in Edmonton with a focus on your comfort, safety, and long-term oral health.
Led by Dr. Ridley, our team performs a range of oral surgery procedures using modern techniques and advanced technology to ensure a comfortable experience and promote a smooth recovery. Whether you need a tooth extraction, wisdom teeth removal, or another surgical dental procedure, we are committed to providing personalized care every step of the way.
What Is Oral Surgery?
Oral surgery includes procedures performed to treat dental conditions that cannot be resolved with routine dental care alone. These treatments help relieve pain, prevent infection, restore oral health, and prepare your mouth for future dental restorations when needed.
Before recommending oral surgery, Dr. Ridley will complete a comprehensive examination, discuss your treatment options, and explain every step of the procedure so you feel informed and confident.
Our goal is to provide safe, effective care while minimizing discomfort and supporting a healthy recovery.
Tooth Extractions
Although preserving your natural teeth is always our priority, there are situations where removing a tooth is the healthiest solution. A tooth extraction may be recommended if a tooth is severely damaged, extensively decayed, infected, or causing crowding or other oral health concerns.
A tooth extraction may be necessary for:
- Severe tooth decay
- Advanced gum disease
- Broken teeth beyond repair
- Dental infections
- Overcrowding before orthodontic treatment
- Loose teeth caused by bone loss
- Impacted teeth
Our team uses gentle techniques to make the procedure as comfortable as possible while providing clear aftercare instructions to support healing.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars to develop, usually appearing during the late teenage years or early adulthood. In some cases, they grow normally, but many patients experience problems because there isn't enough room in the mouth.
Wisdom teeth removal may be recommended if they are:
- Impacted beneath the gums
- Growing at an angle
- Causing pain or swelling
- Damaging nearby teeth
- Increasing the risk of infection
- Difficult to clean properly
- Contributing to crowding
Removing problematic wisdom teeth can help prevent future complications and protect your overall oral health.
Signs You May Need Oral Surgery
You may benefit from an oral surgery consultation if you experience:
- Persistent tooth pain
- Swollen or infected gums
- Difficulty chewing
- Jaw discomfort
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Loose or severely damaged teeth
- Recurrent dental infections
- Teeth that cannot be restored
Prompt treatment can help prevent more serious oral health problems and improve your comfort.
Your Oral Surgery Experience
At About A Smile, patient comfort is our priority. Before your procedure, Dr. Ridley will carefully explain your diagnosis, discuss treatment options, answer your questions, and create a personalized treatment plan.
During your visit, our team focuses on:
- Thorough evaluation and diagnosis
- Gentle treatment techniques
- Patient comfort throughout the procedure
- Personalized aftercare instructions
- Follow-up care to monitor healing
We are committed to making your experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
Why Choose About A Smile for Oral Surgery?
Patients throughout Edmonton trust About A Smile because we combine clinical expertise with compassionate, patient-focused care.
Why Patients Choose Us
- Experienced oral surgery care
- Personalized treatment plans
- Gentle, compassionate approach
- Modern dental technology
- Comfortable office environment
- Clear communication and patient education
- Sedation options for eligible patients
- Comprehensive dental services under one roof
- Focus on patient comfort and safety
- Welcoming new patients
Our mission is to help every patient receive the care they need with confidence and peace of mind.
Gentle Oral Surgery from a Team You Can Trust
Whether you need a tooth extraction or wisdom teeth removal, Dr. Ridley and the team at About A Smile provide personalized oral surgery with your comfort and recovery in mind. Let us help you protect your oral health with compassionate, expert care.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
A tooth extraction may be recommended when a tooth is severely decayed, broken beyond repair, infected, affected by advanced gum disease, or causing overcrowding. Dr. Ridley will always explore options to preserve your natural tooth before recommending extraction.
Wisdom teeth may need to be removed if they are impacted, causing pain, swelling, infection, crowding, or damage to neighboring teeth. A dental examination and X-rays can help determine whether removal is the best option.
Your comfort is our priority. Local anesthesia is used to numb the treatment area, and sedation options may be available for eligible patients. Most patients experience pressure rather than pain during the procedure, and any post-treatment discomfort can usually be managed with the aftercare instructions provided by our team.
Soft foods such as yogurt, applesauce, mashed potatoes, soup (cooled to a safe temperature), scrambled eggs, smoothies eaten with a spoon, and pasta are commonly recommended during the initial healing period. Avoid hard, crunchy, spicy, or very hot foods until your dentist advises it is safe to resume your regular diet.
