Oral Surgery

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Vista, CA

At Sycamore Dental, we are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of head and neck conditions.

Dr. Sarkaria and Dr. Englert can properly address these issues and help restore your health and comfort. Schedule your appointment at Sycamore Dental today to learn more:

  • Tooth extractions
  • Wisdom teeth extractions
  • Bone grafting
  • Dental implants
  • Oral cancers
  • Sleep apnea

Wisdom Teeth Extractions

Your wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars to grow, usually in your late teens or early twenties. They emerge in the four back corners of your mouth, with two on top and two on the bottom.

While it’s still possible for your wisdom teeth to grow in without any issues, most adults experience discomfort, crowding, and difficulties with their wisdom teeth. Approximately five million people have their wisdom teeth removed every year.

Signs You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed

Call Sycamore Dental if you have started to experience any the following symptoms of wisdom teeth complications:

  • Trapped food and bacteria in the the back of the mouth
  • Pain, swelling, and stiffness in the jaw
  • Changes to surrounding teeth, including shifting and crowding
  • Damage to roots of nearby teeth or bone
  • Unpleasant taste or odor in your mouth
  • Difficulty opening your mouth

Impacted Wisdom Teeth

It’s especially important to have your wisdom teeth removed if they are impacted. This means they don’t have enough room to emerge through the gums without damaging nearby teeth. They may get stuck in any of the following positions:

  • Growing at an angle toward other teeth
  • Lying down” within the jawbone
  • Staying trapped within the jawbone

In order to prevent the pain, infection, and crowding associated with wisdom teeth, it’s important to see your dentist every six months and schedule your wisdom teeth extraction procedure as soon as your dentist advises.

The Wisdom Teeth Extraction Procedure

The wisdom teeth extraction process is a safe, standard procedure performed across the country every day. Here are the steps you can expect:

  • Local anesthesia or conscious sedation prevents pain, discomfort, and anxiety remove the tissue and bone surrounding all four wisdom teeth
  • Wisdom teeth are extracted from their sockets
  • Stitches close each extraction site

Recovery lasts about three to five days. You can expect slight bleeding and swelling during the first 24 hours, and your jaw may feel stiff after the anesthesia wears off. Fortunately, standard over-the-counter pain medications can reduce your symptoms and provide relief. Your team at Sycamore Dental is here to provide the help and support you need every step of the way.

Tooth Extractions

A tooth extraction is a relatively simple and standard procedure that removes a tooth from your mouth. There are a few different reasons your dentist may recommend that you undergo a tooth extraction.

In most cases, tooth extractions are used as a last resort when the affected teeth cannot be saved through other measures. These situations often include:

  • Teeth that are severely decayed
  • Teeth that are causing extreme pain
  • Loose teeth as a result of periodontal disease
  • Extra teeth causing overcrowding
  • A fractured or malformed tooth that needs to be removed
  • Severe tooth decay that can’t be resolved with root canal therapy

Simple tooth extractions are relatively quick and simple. Using only local anesthetic, your dentist will remove the tooth from its socket and pack the empty gum tissue with gauze.

In other cases, a tooth is extracted to improve the health of surrounding teeth, such as prior to placing orthodontic braces or when extra teeth cause spacing issues in the mouth.

Depending on the type of extraction you need, your procedure may be simple or require surgery. Either way, we here to guide you through a successful tooth extraction experience.

General Anesthesia

Most forms of sedation dentistry simply help to relax patients while they are still awake, but general anesthesia is different. General anesthesia combines a sedative and pain reliever to place patients into an unconscious state. We have board certified dental/medical anesthesiologists that assist our team to treat you or your loved one if general anesthesia is necessary for their dental care. Consultation before scheduling general anesthesia is required. We understand each patient is unique and may require a creative approach.  Please call our team at 760-598-9654 so we can help you navigate this process.

Bone Grafting

Bone grafting is often needed during surgical removal of teeth . The bone grafting material forms a matrix in your jaw bone. The bone grafting helps with clotting, reduces post op pain, decreases chance of dry socket, provides a scaffolding for new bone growth and can be used to protect exposed teeth and defects caused by cyst. In order to complete restorative dental procedures such as the placement of dental implants, bridge work or dentures in the future. The  preparation of  the foundation is important.. Without a strong jawbone of sufficient height, depth, and width, dental implants can’t be successfully placed.

Bone Grafting

Bone grafting is often needed to complete restorative dental procedures such as the placement of dental implants or bridge work. Without a strong jawbone of sufficient height, depth, and width, dental implants can’t be successfully placed.

If your jaw bone has been affected by periodontal disease, tooth extraction, infection, or injury, the team at Sycamore Dental can use bone grafting to rejuvenate and strengthen your underlying bone.

The bone grafting process has a high success rate, especially when using bone harvested from the patient’s own body, such as the chin or lower jaw. Once the bone is carefully removed from the donor site, it’s fused to existing bone in the area being treated. Over time, this creates stronger bone mass to support and anchor dental implants.

As long as you’re healthy enough to undergo bone grafting, this is a much better alternative to missing teeth and tooth deformities. Call Sycamore Dental to request an oral examination and begin your journey to a healthier smile.

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  • ClearCorrect
  • Solea
  • San Diego County Dental Society

Why Choose Us?

  • Spanish-Speaking Staff

    Our bilingual team members ensure effective communication and comfort for our Spanish-speaking patients.

  • Highest Level Quality Care
    Our office brings specialty services and the most updated technology for seamless care.
  • Comfortable Treatment for All Ages
    Our team focuses on bringing a stress-free experience to every patient we treat.
  • Convenient Payment Options
    We work with most insurances and we also offer CareCredit as a convenient financing option.

Hear From Our Happy Patients

  • “Very caring and thorough.”
    I left my previous dentist of several years to come to Sycamore Dental and I'm so glad I did. Dr. Englert and Dr. Sarkaria are very caring and thorough. The staff is kind and they take extra care to schedule you during convenient times. It's a relief to know I'm always in good hands!
    - Stacy P.
  • “The quality of care is excellent.”
    I've been a patient at Sycamore Dental for years. The quality of care is excellent and they keep up with new equipment and technology. Everyone at the office is friendly and experienced with patients of all ages. They also assist with making informed decisions and practical advice on maintaining dental health.
    - Vivia P.
  • “So grateful for the whole team!”
    We love Dr. Sarkaria and the entire Sycamore Dental family! They made my son’s first dental cleaning fun and comfortable for him. It was a memorable experience for us. So grateful for the whole team!
    - Kimberly R.
  • “The BEST dental office in Vista!!”
    “The BEST dental office in Vista!!”
    - Andrea Mirzavand
  • “Dr Sakaria and Dr Englert are both amazing dentists.”
    “Dr Sakaria and Dr Englert are both amazing dentists.”
    - MB
  • “I have nothing but great things to say about my experience getting dental treatment at Sycamore Dental.”
    “I have nothing but great things to say about my experience getting dental treatment at Sycamore Dental.”
    - Nubia Alvarez
  • “I cannot say enough amazing things about EVERYONE”
    “I cannot say enough amazing things about EVERYONE”
    - Kristina O.
  • “We went to this Dental Office”
    “She liked them so much, that even after she moved to Arizona, she traveled back to get her checkups and dental cleanings with them.”
    - Stephanie A.

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