Oral Surgery at Affinity Family Dental Muncie

Gentle Surgical Care Close to Home

When a dental problem calls for more than a routine visit, you deserve skilled, compassionate care from a team you already trust. At Affinity Family Dental Muncie, we provide a range of oral surgery procedures in a comfortable, family-friendly setting, so you can get the treatment you need without being sent across town. With sedation options available, including IV sedation, we help make even complex procedures calm and stress-free.

Oral Surgery Services We Provide

  • Wisdom Teeth Extractions: Removal of erupted, partially erupted, or impacted wisdom teeth to prevent crowding, pain, infection, and damage to nearby teeth.
  • Surgical Tooth Extractions: Removal of teeth that are broken at the gumline, severely decayed, or have curved or complex roots.
  • Dental Implant Placement: Surgical placement of titanium implant posts to replace one tooth, several teeth, or a full arch.
  • All-on-X Full-Arch Implants: Replacing an entire arch of missing or failing teeth with a fixed bridge supported by a few strategically placed implants.
  • Bone Grafting: Rebuilding jawbone volume to create a strong foundation for dental implants.
  • Socket Preservation: Placing graft material right after an extraction to help preserve the jawbone for future implant placement.
  • Pre-Prosthetic Surgery: Smoothing and reshaping bone to help dentures fit comfortably and securely.

Signs You May Need Oral Surgery

  • Pain, swelling, or tenderness at the back of the jaw
  • A tooth that is badly broken, cracked, or decayed beyond repair
  • Recurring gum infections around a partially erupted tooth
  • Missing teeth that you would like to replace permanently
  • Loose or uncomfortable dentures
  • Crowding or shifting teeth caused by wisdom teeth

Comfort and Sedation for Oral Surgery

We know that the word “surgery” can feel intimidating. Every procedure begins with effective local anesthesia to numb the area. For added comfort, we offer nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation. IV sedation is especially popular for wisdom teeth removal and implant procedures because it provides deep relaxation, and many patients remember little of their appointment. We will help you choose the option that is safest and most comfortable for you.

Advanced Planning for Predictable Results

Successful oral surgery starts with careful planning. We use digital X-rays and 3D imaging when needed to see the position of teeth, nerves, sinuses, and bone before treatment. This helps us plan precise, efficient procedures, reduce surprises, and support a smoother recovery.

What to Expect During Recovery

Recovery depends on the procedure, but most patients feel back to normal within a few days. We will give you detailed aftercare instructions, which usually include:

  • Resting for the first 24 hours and avoiding strenuous activity
  • Using ice packs to reduce swelling
  • Eating soft foods and staying hydrated
  • Avoiding straws, smoking, and spitting to protect healing sites
  • Taking medications exactly as directed

We will schedule follow-up visits as needed, and our team is always available to answer questions while you heal.

Schedule an Oral Surgery Consultation in Muncie

Whether you need a tooth removed, wisdom teeth extracted, or missing teeth replaced with dental implants, Affinity Family Dental Muncie is here to help. We serve patients from Muncie, Yorktown, Selma, Daleville, and the surrounding area. Call (765) 254-1706 or visit us at 200 E McGalliard Rd, Muncie, IN 47303 to book your consultation.