Oral Surgery in West Palm Beach
A tooth that aches every time you chew, a wisdom tooth crowding the back of your mouth, or a gap where a tooth used to be can affect how you eat, sleep, and get through the day. At Family Dental Care, we provide oral surgery right here in West Palm Beach. Patients can address these problems in a familiar office with a team they already know, and they can come to us without a referral.
Oral surgery covers procedures that treat the teeth, gums, and supporting bone beyond what a filling or cleaning can handle. In our office, that includes simple and surgical extractions, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, and the surgical steps involved in placing dental implants. It also includes gum-related procedures such as crown lengthening and gingivectomy, which reshape tissue to protect a tooth or prepare it for a restoration.
Many West Palm Beach patients find it reassuring that these procedures happen within the same practice that handles their checkups. Michael C. Westcott, DDS, and Sujay Trivedi, DMD, lead a team that takes an integrative, multidisciplinary approach. Your surgical care connects directly to whatever comes next, whether that is a crown, a bridge, dentures, or an implant.
Patients come to us for oral surgery for several different reasons. Wisdom teeth are one of the most common. When they don't have enough room, they can press against neighboring teeth or become hard to keep clean. A tooth that is badly broken, severely decayed, or no longer saveable may need a simple extraction. A tooth that sits below the gumline or has complicated roots may need a surgical extraction.
Other patients are planning ahead. If you want to replace a missing tooth with an implant but the jawbone has thinned, bone grafting can help prepare the site. Some patients need crown lengthening so a tooth has enough exposed structure to hold a crown. Because we also offer emergency dental appointments, we can evaluate sudden problems like a cracked tooth or a dental injury and talk with you about whether surgery is the right next step.
What to Expect From Your Visit
Every procedure starts with an exam and a conversation. We look at the tooth or area involved, explain what we see, and walk you through your options before anything is scheduled. If more than one approach makes sense, we discuss how each one fits your goals and any future treatment, such as replacing a tooth after an extraction.
Here is what the process generally looks like:
- An evaluation and exam of the area that needs treatment
- A clear explanation of the recommended procedure and how it fits your overall treatment plan
- A discussion of comfort options, including oral sedation for patients who feel anxious
- The procedure itself, performed in our West Palm Beach office
- Aftercare instructions and follow-up as your mouth heals
For patients who feel nervous about dental work, oral sedation can make the experience calmer. We are happy to talk through whether it is a good fit for you during your consultation.
Healing and Aftercare
Recovery depends on the procedure. A simple extraction is usually more straightforward than wisdom teeth removal or bone grafting. Before you leave, we go over how to care for the treated area, what to eat in the first days, and how to keep your mouth clean while it heals. If you have questions once you are home, you can reach our office.
Aftercare also includes planning the next step. If a tooth was removed, we can talk about replacement options we offer, including dental implants, implant-supported bridges, and complete or partial dentures. If you had a graft or crown lengthening, follow-up visits help us move forward with the restoration when the time is right. Because this all happens under one roof, you don't have to coordinate between separate offices across town.
Insurance, Payment, and Getting Started
We accept all major PPO insurance plans. For oral surgery, we file claims as a general practitioner. Our team can help you understand how your plan applies before treatment begins. We also welcome self-pay patients, and we are glad to review costs with you ahead of time so there are no surprises.
We care for patients in West Palm Beach as well as nearby Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. If a tooth is bothering you or your dentist has mentioned an extraction or implant preparation, schedule a visit with our team. You don't need a referral. We will examine the area, answer your questions, and help you decide on a plan that makes sense for your smile.