Oral surgeries such as dental implants, bone and gum grafting, sinus lifts and tooth extractions can correct dental health problems for patients. At Peterborough Dental Clinic, our dentists perform these procedures.
Request AppointmentWhat is Oral Surgery?
Oral surgery encompasses the diagnosis and surgical treatment of defects, diseases, and injuries of hard and soft tissues in the mouth, teeth, jaws, and face. While we always prefer to use the least invasive treatment possible for any given dental problem, in some cases oral surgery is needed when less invasive treatment options have proven insufficient.
At Peterborough Dental Clinic, our dentists offer several oral surgery services to help preserve your oral health.
Oral Surgery Services
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Dental Implants in Peterborough
What is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that supports a replacement tooth. Together, the surgically placed implant and tooth replacement function and appear like your original tooth. Our patients can receive dental implants from our dentists at Peterborough Dental Clinic. Request Appointment ...Read more » -
Extractions & Wisdom Teeth Removal in Peterborough
What is a Tooth Extraction? During a tooth extraction, a tooth is removed from its socket in the bone. Our dentists at Peterborough Dental Clinic reserve extractions for special cases, when a less invasive option would prove ineffective, or if saving the tooth would endanger your oral health. Request Appointment ...Read more » -
Bone Grafting
What is a Bone Graft? A bone graft involves strengthening the jaw bone by adding bone tissue to it. Our dentists at Peterborough Dental Clinic complete bone grafts and sinus lifts to help improve your oral health and increase the strength of your jaw bone. Request Appointment How Bone...Read more » -
Gum Grafting
What is a Gum Graft? During a gum graft, your dentist transplants gum tissue from the roof of your mouth to your gums to protect a receding gum line and/or exposed tooth roots. Our dentists at Peterborough Dental Clinic use gum grafts to reduce tooth sensitivity and cover exposed root surfaces. Request Appointment ...Read more » -
Frenectomies
What is a Frenectomy? It's possible for a frenum in the mouth to be too tight or short. This can restrict movement in the mouth. A frenectomy is a simple surgical procedure to remove the frenum. At Peterborough Dental Clinic, babies and children are the most common candidates for frenectomies. Request Appointment ...Read more »