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Pediatric dental surgery refers to surgical procedures performed to protect and improve your child’s oral health. These procedures are usually performed in cases such as tooth decay, tooth injuries, jaw problems or gum disease.

Pediatric dental surgery should be performed by an experienced pediatric dentist. Following your doctor’s instructions before and after surgery will ensure that your child recovers quickly.

Why Is Pediatric Dental Surgery Necessary?

Tooth decay: When caries progresses, extraction may be required instead of filling or root canal treatment. Especially if young children who do not cooperate cannot be persuaded about the treatment, their procedures are continued under general anesthesia. These types of treatments are both more expensive and more troublesome.
Tooth injuries: Surgical intervention may be required in cases such as tooth fracture, displacement or root fracture.
Early loss of deciduous teeth: Early loss of deciduous teeth can cause permanent teeth to move and cause disorders in jaw development.
Jaw problems: Growth disorders or distortions in the jaw can make breathing difficult and cause chewing problems.
Gum diseases: Gum inflammation and bone loss can cause the teeth to loosen and fall out.

Before and After Surgery

Before surgery: Your doctor will get information about your child’s general health and inform you in detail about the surgery.
Surgery: The duration of the surgery varies depending on your child’s condition. It is usually performed under local or general anesthesia.
After surgery: There may be pain and swelling after surgery. You can relieve these problems by using the pain relievers recommended by your doctor.

Types of Surgery

Pediatric dental surgeries vary depending on your child’s condition. Some of these are:

Tooth extraction: Extraction of decayed or damaged teeth
Gum surgery: Treatment of gum diseases
Frenectomy: Shortening of the tongue or lip tie
Jawbone surgery: Correction of growth disorders in the jaw

Advantages of Surgery

Protecting oral health
Correction of chewing and speaking functions
Increased self-confidence
Prevention of more serious problems in later ages