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5 Important Questions to Ask Your Oral Surgeon Before Surgery

Pre-operative questioning is one of the most important parts of what we teach our patients at Nevada OMS. Any form of oral surgery, ranging from wisdom teeth extraction to dental implant replacements or a variety of corrective jaw procedures, can easily fill our heads with worry before a scheduled procedure date.

The right questions and research prepare you and your dental surgeon for a complication-free surgery with swift recovery. As trusted oral surgery specialists at Nevada OMS, we want our patients to be fully prepared for all stages of care. Ask the following crucial questions during your pre-op consultation:

1. What is the full procedure plan?


Make sure your surgeon communicates clearly every step of the way from the initial exam and anesthesia plan through closure and what to expect on follow-ups. Be clear on specifics, such as an estimated surgery time, and necessary pre-/post-op instructions. This knowledge sets anxiety aside.

2. What are the risks and possible complications?

While good outcomes are expected, it should be discussed who to seek for care if there is a problem, including reviewing all potential risks, warning signs, and care protocols.

Be sure to ask how these will be managed and don’t be afraid to express any other concerns.

3. How many times have you performed this procedure?

A large number of similar, successful cases that your surgeon has performed builds the highest confidence in optimal results. Do not hesitate to ask about experience, education, and qualifications.

4. What are post-operative recovery details?


Understand limitations, normal healing stages, possible symptoms that are explained with instruction, and approximation of when to return to normal activities. Clear guidelines regarding your recovery stage will help you glide through this period.

5. When can I expect finally to see the results of the treatment?

Make sure you understand when your next appointments will be and a general idea of how long it will take before you can resume full normal activities or realize end goals such as healed extraction sites or recovered bites with implants and final restorations. Realistic expectations enhance confidence in your care plan.

We strive to achieve complete transparency with our patients in all aspects of surgical treatment. Contact our office to discuss your customized consultation, discussing how the planned procedure will restore your oral health and function. Such discussions empower fully informed consent and dispel any uncertainty as you take the step ahead. Your trust matters significantly to have the very best outcome and care experience for you.