Services
At Omfs Inc we provide a comprehensive range of services, including (but not limited to) extractions, removal of wisdom teeth, implant surgery, orthognathic surgery, biopsies, TMJ, bone grafting and pre-prosthetic surgery.
Our patients are referred to us by their dentist or physician to address a certain concern. The first visit is comprised of a consultation with Dr. Ross to examine x-rays, diagnose the issue, and discuss potential treatment options. Sometimes the consultation and procedure are booked together; our staff need to know ahead to book appropriate times.
To learn more about a certain procedure rendered often in our clinic, refer to the list below. For a full list of all services performed by Dr. Ross, please visit the official website of the Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Extractions and Wisdom Teeth
There are many reasons why your dentist or doctor may refer you to us for the removal of teeth. You may have a decayed or broken tooth that cannot be salvaged, or perhaps your wisdom teeth are well on their way to crowding your other molars. Regardless of your situation, our surgeon is able to remove difficult teeth in a way that is both safe and comfortable.
Implant Surgery
Strong teeth are an essential component of quality of life. They allow us to communicate clearly, chew delicious food, and smile with confidence. If you have missing teeth for any reason, implant surgery might be a solution that changes your life for the better.
Orthognathic Surgery
If you have been referred to us for a major surgery of the jaw, we will ensure you feel included in, educated, and informed about your treatment from the initial consultation to the big day itself.
Biopsies
An unexpected lump or bump in your mouth can feel disconcerting but is often no cause for worry. If your doctor or dentist has referred you to us for a biopsy, you're in good hands. A biopsy performed by our surgeon is a proactive strategy to make sure you're taking the best possible care of your health.
TMJ
Living with stubborn jaw pain can negatively impact your quality of life. The good news is that TMJ is often within your control to manage, and we're here to help.
Pre-Prosthetic Surgery
You may require a minor oral surgery procedure before receiving a denture in order to make it fit easily. A denture sits on a bone ridge and it’s important that the bone is the proper shape and size. If a tooth needs to be extracted the bone underneath might be uneven and therefore must be gently smoothed down, or reshaped. Sometimes excess bone needs to be removed as well so that your denture fits comfortably. To prepare your mouth for a denture you may need: bone smoothing or reshaping, removal of excess bone or gum tissue, or exposure of impacted teeth.
Bone Grafting
There are two types of bone grafting: minor and major. With time your jaw atrophies due to missing teeth, injuries, or gum disease. This leaves a condition of poor quantity and quality of bone to place dental implants. Bone grafts are done to repair the implant site ahead, so that your implants give you the best functionality and natural appearance. Bone is obtained from a tissue bank (allograft bone), or your own bone (autogenous) which can be harvested from your mandible (jaw), tibial plateau (knee) Sinus bone grafts replace bone in the posterior upper jaw. Guided bone regeneration or guided tissue regeneration is done by placing resorbable collagen membranes, or goretex membranes under the gum along with either allogenic bone or dense reservable collagen plugs, to encourage bone regeneration.
Major bone grafting is done to repair defects in the mandible caused by tumours, traumatic injury, or congenital defects. A patient’s own bone is used from different sites such as the iliac crest, tibia, rib, mandible, or cranium for these large defects. These procedures are done by Dr. Ross at Valley Regional Hospital under general anesthesia and may require hospitalization post-operatively.
