When dental needs go beyond routine care, you need a specialist’s touch. At South Coast Dental, our oral and maxillofacial expertise allows us to diagnose and treat complex defects, injuries, and diseases of the face, jaw, and mouth. From reconstructive jaw surgery to complex extractions, we provide hospital-grade surgical care with the comfort and convenience of our Barbados clinic.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a dental specialty focused on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects involving the mouth (oral) and jaw/face (maxillofacial) regions. While general dentists handle preventative care, an oral surgeon steps in for complex surgical interventions.
An oral surgeon has specialized knowledge in pain control and advanced training in anesthesia to provide quality care with maximum patient comfort and safety in the office setting.
This specialty is for patients requiring deeper intervention to restore the function or aesthetics of their face and mouth.
You may be referred to us for:
Removal of impacted wisdom teeth or canines.
Repairing jaw alignment or facial bones after trauma or cancer surgery.
Diagnosis and removal of oral cysts or tumors.
Surgical realignment to repair jaw-joint issues.
Surgical placement of titanium posts for missing teeth.
Rebuilding bone structure to support implants or dentures.
Get clarity before your consultation.
While all oral surgeons are dentists, not all dentists are oral surgeons. An oral surgeon has completed dental school plus an additional 4-6 years of hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training. This qualifies them to perform complex procedures, facial reconstruction, and deep sedation that general dentists typically do not provide.
Many of our patients are referred by their general dentists when a procedure becomes too complex, such as impacted wisdom teeth or bone grafting. However, you can also contact us directly for a consultation if you suspect you need surgical care.
PRP is a cutting-edge therapy where we take a small amount of your blood, spin it to concentrate the healing platelets, and apply it to the surgical site. It is not required for every patient, but we highly recommend it for complex surgeries as it speeds up bone and soft tissue healing and reduces pain.
This depends on the complexity of the procedure and your preference. Because of our advanced training, we offer IV sedation and general anesthesia options. During your consultation, we will discuss the best sedation method to keep you safe and comfortable.
Impacted canines (eye teeth) are critical for the bite but sometimes get stuck in the jaw. We work surgically to expose the tooth and, often in conjunction with an orthodontist, help guide it into its proper position, saving the natural tooth rather than extracting it.
