Dental extraction is the process of removing a tooth from its socket in the bone. This procedure is often performed when a tooth is damaged beyond repair, is causing overcrowding, or poses a risk of infection. There are two main types of dental extractions: Simple Extraction: This is performed on visible teeth in the mouth, usually under local anesthesia. The dentist uses instruments to loosen and remove the tooth. Surgical Extraction: This is more complex and is performed when the tooth is not easily accessible, such as when it's broken or has not fully erupted (e.g., impacted wisdom teeth). Surgical extraction may involve making an incision in the gum. Dental extractions can be necessary for a variety of reasons, including severe decay, gum disease, trauma, or preparation for orthodontic treatment.

Oral surgery refers to any mouth operation. It includes procedures done on your teeth, gums, tongue or any other area inside your oral cavity. There are several types of oral operations done each year. Some of the most common include: Wisdom tooth removal to treat or prevent pain and infection. Oral surgery is a surgical procedure that involves the mouth, teeth, gums, tongue, or other areas of the oral cavity. It can include diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions that affect the mouth's soft and hard tissues. Oral surgery can involve a variety of procedures, including: Wisdom tooth removal: To treat or prevent pain and infection Tooth extractions: To remove decayed or damaged teeth Dental bone grafts: To increase the volume and density of the jawbone Dental implants: To replace missing teeth Gum grafts: To treat thinning or receding gums Corrective jaw surgery: A rarer procedure with high success rates and low risk Oral surgery is typically performed on an outpatient basis under local or general anesthesia. Minor surgeries are usually performed at a dental clinic, while more extensive surgeries may be performed in an operating room. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are experts in face, mouth, and jaw surgery. They perform a range of procedures, including reconstructive surgery of the face, facial trauma surgery, and facial plastic surgery.