Wisdom Tooth Surgery

Wisdom teeth that are healthy and properly positioned can be a valuable asset to the mouth. Unfortunately, this is not often the case, and problems develop that require their removal. For example, when the jaw is not large enough to accommodate these teeth, they can become impacted - unable to come in or move into their proper place. They may grow sideways, emerge only part way from the gum, or remain trapped beneath the gum and bone.

Impaction occurs most often in the third molars of the lower jaw. After examining your mouth and X-rays, your dentist will discuss whether your wisdom teeth should be removed, and make a referral to our Oral Surgeon for the procedure.

Removal of wisdom tooth can protect the overall health of the mouth.

Raffles Dental is Medisave Accredited, and part of the charges for minor oral surgeries like these may be paid for using your CPF Medisave account.

Before surgery, your oral surgeon will explain what to expect, have you sign a consent form and give you personalized instructions to follow.
Keep in mind these general items to help your surgery go smoothly.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing and arrange to have someone be with you after surgery. Extractions can be performed under local or general anesthesia. Following surgery, you may experience some swelling and mild discomfort, which is part of the normal healing process. Cold compresses can help decrease the swelling and medication prescribed by your dentist can help decrease the pain. You may be instructed to drink only clear liquids following surgery and later progress to soft foods.

Some patients experience numbness or tingling following surgery. Normal sensation usually returns in a period of time.

Talk to us about any questions that you have. It is especially important to let our dentist know, before surgery, of any illness that you have and medications that you are taking.

Dental Implants

Dental Implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth. Besides having excellent esthetic function, a dental implant looks and feels just like your natural tooth. More importantly, you can be relieved from the embarrassment, periodontal pain, discomfort, and bad breath that are related to wearing dentures.

Depending on the care, implants can be used for as long as 10 – 30 years.

Dental Implants at Raffles Hospital are all performed by qualified Oral Surgeons.

Do call us for a first-time dental implant consult with our Oral Surgeon if you are interested. During the consult, we would require a full mouth X-ray and /or diagnostic casts for treatment planning for all first-time patients.