Our Oral Surgery Services
We offer oral surgery services that address some of the most common reasons patients need care. Each service below has its own page with more detail, so you can learn what to expect before your visit. Our oral surgery services include the following.
Tooth Extractions
Gentle removal of teeth that are too damaged, decayed, or infected to be restored.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Careful treatment for wisdom teeth that are impacted, painful, or causing problems for nearby teeth.
Benefits of Having Oral Surgery in Your Own Dental Office
Receiving oral surgery in the same office where you have your regular dental care brings real advantages. Your care stays coordinated from the first exam through your final restoration, and you are treated by a team that already knows you. Patients commonly appreciate these benefits.
- Familiar faces and surroundings. Many patients feel calmer in an office they already know.
- Coordinated treatment. Extractions and implant restorations can be planned together for a smoother process.
- Clear communication. One team explains your options and follows your progress from start to finish.
- Fewer handoffs. Staying in one practice can reduce the time and confusion of moving between offices.
- Continuity after surgery. The team that treats you can also help you recover and plan your follow up care.
- A focus on saving teeth. We recommend removal only when it benefits your health, and we explain the alternatives first.
Technology That Supports Gentler, More Precise Surgery
Careful planning and modern tools help us work precisely and protect the tissue around each procedure. They also make it easier for you to understand what we see. Here are some of the technologies we use.
- Cone beam 3D imaging. This provides better quality and more detailed images than traditional X-rays, with less radiation, so we can plan around roots, nerves, and sinuses. Learn more about our dental technology.
- Piezotome CUBE. This ultrasonic bone surgery device allows bone work to be done faster, with less overall trauma to the surrounding tissues and increased patient safety. It is especially effective for atraumatic extractions and can help reduce pain and post operative swelling.
- Digital X-rays. These give instant, high quality images with less radiation than film.
- Guided implant planning. CBCT scans and virtual treatment planning allow us to plan implant placement in detail. You can read about our digital dentistry services.
- Digital intraoral cameras. These let you see detailed images of your own teeth.
Making Oral Surgery Costs Clear
Many patients want to understand costs before they begin, and we are happy to explain. The cost depends on the procedure, its complexity, and any restorations that follow. Dental plans often cover part of oral surgery, although coverage levels, waiting periods, and annual maximums vary. Our team will review your benefits, explain your estimated costs, and answer your questions before treatment begins. We accept all dental insurance plans except Medicaid, we are in network with Delta Dental Premier, and we offer financing through Sunbit for care that insurance does not fully cover.
Get Answers and a Clear Plan for Your Smile
If you have a painful tooth, a problem wisdom tooth, or missing teeth, you do not have to wait and wonder. An exam and imaging can tell you what is happening and what your options are. Our team at Godfrey Dentistry in Somersworth, NH is ready to care for you with gentle, thoughtful treatment. Schedule your consultation today.
Book Your Oral Surgery ConsultationFrequently Asked Questions About Oral Surgery
Oral surgery is the area of dental care that treats problems in the mouth, teeth, and jaw using surgical techniques. Common procedures include tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal, and dental implant placement. These treatments can relieve pain, stop infection, protect nearby teeth, and restore missing teeth. Our team plans each procedure carefully and explains every step so you feel informed and comfortable.
At our Somersworth, NH office, we offer tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal, dental implant placement, and bone grafting. Some extractions, especially wisdom teeth, may require more advanced oral surgery techniques, and we plan those cases with detailed 3D imaging. Dental implants replace missing teeth with restorations that look and function like natural teeth, and bone grafting rebuilds the bone that supports them. During your consultation, we will explain which treatment fits your situation.
Oral surgery is performed with local anesthesia, so the area is numb and you should not feel pain during the procedure. You may feel pressure or movement as we work. Afterward, some soreness, swelling, and tenderness are normal and usually ease over several days. Our team will give you clear instructions to help you stay comfortable, and we are always available if you have questions.
Along with local anesthesia, we have other forms of sedation to help patients relax during their procedures. The right option depends on the type of treatment, your health history, and how you feel about dental care. We will talk through your choices at your consultation and recommend what is best for you. If you feel anxious, please tell us so we can take extra care.
Recovery varies by procedure. Many patients feel well enough to return to normal activities within a day or two after an extraction, while healing inside the mouth continues for several weeks. Rest, soft foods, ice, and careful aftercare make a big difference in how quickly you recover. Our team will give you specific instructions for your procedure and tell you what to expect.
Share your full health history and a list of your medications at your consultation, and follow any instructions we give you before your visit. If you will have sedation, plan for someone to drive you home. Stock your kitchen with soft foods and set aside time to rest. Our team will give you clear, written instructions so you feel ready.
Please contact us right away if you have severe pain, facial swelling, a fever, bleeding that does not stop, or a tooth that has been knocked out or broken. These can be signs of infection or injury that need prompt attention. Our emergency dentistry page explains what to do while you are waiting to be seen. When in doubt, call our office and we will help you decide what to do next.
Many dental plans cover part of the cost of oral surgery, such as extractions and some implant related treatment, although coverage levels, waiting periods, and annual maximums vary. We accept all dental insurance plans except Medicaid and are in network with Delta Dental Premier, and we offer financing through Sunbit. Our team will verify your benefits and explain your costs before treatment begins. You can learn more on our Insurance and Financing page.
