Oral surgery consultation in Stockholm
An oral surgery consultation at Gloss & Floss Dental Care® on Södermalm focuses on your symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options. We assess whether surgery is needed, how it should be planned and whether clinic-based care or referral is appropriate.
This patient guide explains your assessment, preparation, comfort planning and recovery. To explore the different procedures first, visit our dental surgery treatment overview.
Our surgical care includes selected tooth and wisdom-tooth extractions, apical surgery and implant-related procedures such as sinus lift and guided bone regeneration. When a case requires another level of surgical or medical resources, referral is part of responsible treatment planning.
When a surgical assessment may be appropriate
Wisdom tooth and difficult tooth removal
Wisdom teeth do not automatically need removal. Surgical extraction is considered when there is a clear problem such as repeated inflammation, pain, decay, damage to a neighbouring tooth, cystic change or another clinical indication. Emergency dental care may be appropriate for acute swelling or severe pain.
Apical surgery
Apical surgery (root-end surgery) may be considered when inflammation or infection persists around the root tip after root canal treatment and surgical management is clinically appropriate. It is one option within a broader endodontic decision process.
Sinus lift
A sinus lift may be used when the posterior upper jaw does not provide enough bone height for a planned implant. The need for augmentation depends on anatomy and the implant plan.
Guided bone regeneration
Guided bone regeneration (GBR) uses regenerative principles, often including a barrier membrane and grafting material, to manage selected bone defects around future or existing implant sites.
Alveoloplasty and ridge contouring
Alveoloplasty reshapes selected areas of jawbone when this is needed after extraction or before prosthetic treatment.
Gum and soft-tissue surgery
Selected gum surgical procedures may be used for periodontal, functional or reconstructive indications after appropriate periodontal assessment.
What happens at your oral surgery consultation?
We review your symptoms, previous treatment, medicines and relevant medical conditions, then examine the area. The consultation is a decision-making visit: we explain the findings, consider alternatives to surgery and discuss the next step rather than assuming that an operation is necessary.
How to prepare for your consultation
Have your current medication list, medical history and any referral or previous X-rays available. Tell the clinic about dental anxiety and the questions you want answered. Preparation for an operation or sedation is separate and follows the instructions given for your agreed treatment.
Imaging when it is needed
Imaging is selected according to the question being answered. Intraoral X-rays or panoramic OPG may be sufficient in many cases. Three-dimensional CBCT is used when it provides clinically relevant information that cannot be obtained adequately from simpler imaging. Read more about dental imaging.
From consultation to treatment and follow-up
- Clinical assessment
We clarify the diagnosis, the reason for surgery, alternatives and whether referral is more appropriate. - Imaging and planning
Existing images are reviewed and additional imaging is taken only when clinically justified. - Anaesthesia and comfort planning
Local anaesthesia is normally used for oral surgical procedures. Sedation can be discussed for selected anxious patients when clinically appropriate. - Surgical treatment
The exact technique depends on the procedure and anatomy. Tissue handling, haemostasis and wound closure are adapted to the individual case. - Aftercare and follow-up
You receive procedure-specific instructions about wound care, oral hygiene, food, pain management, activity and when to contact the clinic.
Recovery after oral surgery
Recovery varies substantially. After a straightforward extraction, discomfort and swelling often improve over the first few days. More extensive procedures such as sinus lift or bone augmentation have a different recovery and biological healing timeline. Soft-tissue healing and bone healing are not the same thing, so feeling better does not mean that deeper healing is complete.
After wisdom-tooth surgery, some swelling, soreness and temporary limitation in mouth opening are common. Follow the written instructions for your specific procedure rather than relying on a generic timetable.
When surgery may need specialist or hospital-based care
Not every oral surgical problem should be treated in a general dental clinic. Complex anatomy, significant medical risk, extensive infection, certain jaw conditions or procedures requiring hospital resources may require referral. We consider this during assessment rather than treating referral as a failure of care.
We also assess surgical complications involving the maxillary sinus or displaced roots. Read more about displaced teeth and tooth roots and dental sinusitis and sinus perforation.
Implant-related surgery should be treatment-plan driven
Bone augmentation is not a routine add-on to every implant. The need for dental implants, sinus lift or GBR should follow restorative planning, anatomical assessment and risk evaluation. In some cases an implant can be placed without augmentation; in others a staged approach is safer or more predictable.
Procedure information for your treatment plan
This page explains your consultation and the patient journey before and after treatment. For the complete directory of procedures, use our dental surgery treatment overview. The individual service pages below provide further detail when a procedure has been discussed as part of your assessment.
Consultation, preparation and recovery: common questions
What happens during an oral surgery consultation?
We review your symptoms, previous treatment and medical history, examine the area and assess whether imaging is needed. The aim is to explain the findings, treatment alternatives and next steps, including whether referral is more appropriate.
Do all wisdom teeth need to be removed?
No. Wisdom teeth that are healthy, symptom-free and not causing disease can often be monitored. Removal is considered when there are problems such as repeated inflammation, pain, decay, damage to a neighbouring tooth, cystic change or another clear clinical indication.
Will I need an X-ray or CBCT before oral surgery?
Imaging depends on the procedure and anatomy. Intraoral X-rays or panoramic OPG may be sufficient in many cases. CBCT is reserved for situations where three-dimensional information is clinically useful for diagnosis or surgical planning.
Is oral surgery painful?
Procedures are normally carried out with local anaesthesia so the surgical area is numb. Pressure and movement may still be felt. Post-operative soreness and swelling vary with the procedure and individual healing.
Can sedation be used for oral surgery?
Sedation can be discussed for selected anxious patients when it is clinically appropriate. Suitability depends on the planned procedure, medical history, medicines and the type of sedation being considered.
How long does recovery take after oral surgery?
Recovery depends on the operation. After a straightforward extraction, many people improve over the first few days. More extensive procedures such as bone augmentation or sinus lift have a different healing timeline, and the bone itself heals over a much longer period than the soft tissue.
What can I eat after oral surgery?
Follow the instructions given for your procedure. Soft foods are often easier during the early healing period. Avoid chewing directly on the surgical area and follow any specific advice about hot foods, alcohol, smoking and oral hygiene.
When should I seek urgent help after oral surgery?
Contact a dental clinic promptly if bleeding does not stop, pain or swelling becomes severe or progressively worse, you develop fever or feel unwell. Swelling spreading toward the throat, difficulty opening the mouth, swallowing or breathing requires urgent assessment.
How should I prepare for my consultation?
Have your current medication list, medical history and any referral or previous X-rays available. Tell the clinic about dental anxiety and the questions you want answered. Preparation for an operation or sedation is separate and follows the instructions given for your agreed treatment.
Does Swedish dental care subsidy apply to oral surgery?
Many medically indicated dental treatments can qualify for the national dental care subsidy, but eligibility depends on the procedure and the patient. You should receive information about applicable support and a cost estimate before treatment.
Clinical sources
- 1177 – Problems with wisdom teeth
- American Association of Endodontists – Endodontic surgery
- ITI – Principles of guided bone regeneration
- Försäkringskassan – Dental care subsidy
Book your oral surgery consultation in Stockholm
If you have been told that you may need a surgical extraction, root-end surgery, bone augmentation or another dental surgical procedure, the first step is a focused assessment and treatment plan.
