01 Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
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An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a dentist with additional specialized surgical training covering the mouth, jaw, and facial structures, most commonly associated with complex tooth extractions and jaw-related procedures.
At Clarus Dental Specialities in Koregaon Park, surgical procedures such as tooth extraction and wisdom tooth removal are performed as part of the practice's comprehensive range of dental care, with additional specialist input coordinated for more complex surgical cases.
Patients usually choose this for: an impacted wisdom tooth a tooth needing surgical extraction jaw pain or dysfunction a complex extraction case
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Quick answer: An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a dentist with additional specialized surgical training covering the mouth, jaw, and facial structures, most often associated with complex tooth extractions, impacted wisdom teeth, and jaw-related procedures. At Clarus Dental Specialities in Koregaon Park, surgical procedures including tooth extraction, wisdom tooth removal, and surgical extraction are performed as part of the practice's comprehensive care, with additional specialist input coordinated for more complex surgical cases.
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02 Overview
This area of care covers surgical procedures involving the teeth, jaw, and surrounding facial structures, most commonly complex tooth extractions, impacted wisdom teeth, and procedures involving the jawbone itself.
Many surgical procedures, including straightforward and moderately complex extractions and wisdom tooth removal, are routinely performed as part of general and periodontal dental practice, since periodontists receive substantial surgical training as part of their specialty.
More extensive cases, involving significant jaw reconstruction or complex facial trauma, call for additional specialized surgical input, coordinated as part of a patient's overall care when a case genuinely needs it.
03 Who Needs One
Many surgical needs are handled as part of routine dental care, some situations call for closer evaluation.
04 Background
It's a common misconception that only a dedicated oral surgeon can perform extractions or wisdom tooth removal. In practice, periodontists receive substantial surgical training as part of their specialty, since periodontal treatment itself often involves surgical procedures on gum and bone tissue.
This means many surgical dental needs, including moderately complex extractions, are genuinely well within the scope of periodontal practice, without needing referral elsewhere.
What does call for additional specialist coordination is surgery extending meaningfully beyond teeth and their immediate surrounding tissue, significant jaw reconstruction or complex facial trauma, which benefits from surgical training focused specifically on that broader anatomy.
05 Services
These are among the surgical procedures regularly performed.
Straightforward removal of a visible, accessible tooth.
Removal of impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth.
For teeth broken below the gumline or with complex root anatomy.
06 How It Works
The tooth's position and complexity are assessed before any procedure is planned.
Local anesthesia is used for most cases, with sedation discussed where appropriate.
The specific surgical approach is matched to what imaging and examination reveal.
Clear instructions are given for the healing period that follows.
More involved cases are checked to confirm healing is progressing well.
07 Cost Factors
Cost depends on individual case factors and is discussed only after examination, once the following are known:
A specific estimate is only meaningful after a clinical evaluation. This section is informational and is not a quotation.
If a surgical procedure has already been recommended elsewhere, the team at Clarus Dental Specialities is available to review your imaging and discuss the options.
08 What to Expect
Swelling and mild discomfort are common, ice packs and rest help manage this.
Swelling typically peaks in this window before starting to improve.
Stitches, if placed, are checked or removed as planned.
Soft tissue at the site is generally fully healed.
09 Good to Know
Being upfront about the trade-offs matters:
10 Your Visit
Your visit includes an examination and imaging to understand the complexity of your specific case, followed by a clear explanation of the recommended surgical approach.
11 Why This Clinic
Clarus Dental Specialities regularly performs surgical procedures including tooth extraction, wisdom tooth removal, and surgical extraction, as part of its periodontal and general practice.
For cases involving more complex jaw or facial surgery, this is coordinated with the appropriate additional specialist expertise as part of your care.
The approach is planned from what X-ray and examination actually show.
Periodontal specialty training includes substantial surgical skill.
You're told clearly when a case benefits from additional specialist coordination.
The only dental clinic in Pune listed by the US Consulate Mumbai.
Patients can also read independent reviews on Google and Practo.
12 Visit Us
This dentist and dental clinic in Koregaon Park also treats patients from nearby areas of Pune. See the full Koregaon Park clinic page →
13 International Patients
Clarus Dental Specialities is the only dental clinic in Pune listed by the US Consulate Mumbai, and Dr. Neel holds a dual US-India dental license, giving NRI and overseas patients confidence in the standard of cosmetic dental care available here.
Most extractions and wisdom tooth removals are completed in a single visit with a manageable healing period, making them practical to plan around a trip to Pune.
14 FAQ
No, extractions and wisdom tooth removal are commonly performed as part of general and periodontal dental practice.
More involved cases may involve more swelling and soreness afterward, but the procedure itself is done under anesthesia either way.
Most people feel substantially better within a week, with full soft-tissue healing by around two weeks.
Yes, this is a routine procedure within periodontal and general dental practice, referral is only needed for unusually complex cases.
Significant jaw reconstruction needs or complex facial trauma, identified through examination and imaging.
Yes, it's discussed as an option based on your case and comfort.
The approach shifts to surgical technique on the spot, a normal, manageable adjustment handled at the same visit.
1. Clinical literature on dentoalveolar surgery and extraction outcomes, indexed on PubMed Central. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc
2. Dr. Neel Bhatavadekar's peer-reviewed publications, indexed on PubMed. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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This page provides general dental information and does not constitute a diagnosis, treatment plan, or medical advice. Outcomes vary by individual case. No specific results, costs, or timelines are guaranteed. Please consult Dr. Neel Bhatavadekar or a qualified specialist for advice specific to your condition.
