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Oral Surgery in NYC

Oral Surgery Specialists

Oral Surgery can be daunting. How do you find the right doctor? The best oral surgeons are a blend of top-notch education, technical skill, and compassion. Dr. Jin Wang at 209 NYC Dental is highly educated and at the forefront of the field, continually receiving education on the latest techniques and resources. He practices a full scope of oral surgery in NYC, with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery to wisdom tooth removal. Our oral surgeon can also perform two types of sinus lifts.

Wondering what happens after surgery? Book a Consultation with our oral surgeon and get all your questions answered!

Tooth Extraction NYC

Why do teeth need to be extracted?

Extractions can be necessary for many reasons, including extensive decay, trauma or to make room for other teeth in a mouth that are too crowded. Sometimes, decayed or damaged teeth can be saved with fillings, onlays, crowns or root canals; but some teeth are so badly damaged, they cannot be saved, or saving them could compromise the health of other teeth. In those cases, an extraction is necessary.

 

Do wisdom teeth need to be extracted?

Not always, but usually, extraction is the best route. Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to emerge, and by the time they begin erupting through the gum, the mouth is already full of teeth. As a result, the emerging wisdom teeth can cause crowding that pushes teeth out of alignment, or they may become impacted and stuck under neighboring teeth, resulting in pain, infection, and damage to other teeth. Even when wisdom teeth have room to emerge, they’re located so far back in the jaw that they can be very difficult to care for, often becoming badly decayed or infected.

 

What happens during a tooth extraction?

That depends on where the tooth is located, why it’s being removed and the health of the tooth. In a simple extraction of a tooth that can be easily accessed, the gum will be numbed and the tooth will be pulled using special appliances designed to grip the tooth. But when a tooth is impacted or broken, an incision may need to be made into the gum to perform the extraction. The incision will be closed with a few sutures afterward.

 

Why is bone graft placed during tooth extraction?

Often if the tooth has severe bone infection bone graft may be necessary to restore bone. It will be placed into the cleaned socket following an extraction. It will also insure that the bone will be ready for implant placement.

 

Do all missing teeth have to be replaced with dental implants?

Often it is recommended to replace a missing tooth with an implant. However, not all missing teeth have to be replaced. If you have one missing tooth it will be recommended to restore it so you could maintain healthy bone. If you have several missing teeth only few need replacement with implants that are then restored with an implant supported bridge or denture.

 

What are sinus lifts?

Sinus lifts are procedures that use bone grafts to augment the bone in your upper jaw. Sinus lifts may be performed prior to having a dental implant procedure to ensure the upper jaw is able to support the implant or to add space between the upper jaw and the sinus so there’s ample room for the implant post. The bone grafts may be derived from your own body or they may come from a tissue bank.

 

Will I have a lot of pain?

No; at 209 NYC Dental, we use advanced pain management techniques to help ensure any discomfort you feel will be minimal. After the procedure, you can use ice packs and medication to manage pain and swelling.

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About Dr. Ben Ifraimov

Dr. Ben Ifraimov is a top cosmetic and restorative dentist in New York City, providing the highest caliber of care for his patients at 209 NYC Dental in the Midtown East neighborhood of Manhattan. Dr. Ifraimov has extensive training in all areas of dentistry, providing the most advanced treatments for an array of oral health issues, including implant restorations, crowns and bridges, porcelain veneers and onlays, cosmetic bonding and Zoom whitening, as well as routine cleaning and examination, gum disease care and treatment, and treatment of dental emergencies.

Testimonials

Can’t say enough good things about this place. We found this place because my partner had a dental emergency and no insurance. We both have dentist phobias that have prevented us from keeping on top of our teeth cleanings etc. and so we don’t have a regular one to go to in situations like this. I looked for the highest rated dentist in the city on Google and found this place, which mentions specialty in caring for emergencies on their site. And so I got him in the door based on that. They spoke the truth! They were so kind, patient, caring and non judgmental for my partner, it made me want to go in for my own cleaning and care. Now we’ve referred several people since! I personally have been seeing Dr. Reddy, who is a gem of a human who seems to enjoy her work. my friends have seen other dentists here and we’ve all had the best experience here and think ours is the best. :) Since it was years since my cleaning, I did need some work done over the last couple months or so and I made it to all of them. Instead of anxiety and maybe occasionally postponing as I would do in the past, I almost looked forward to my appointments. They made all the costs and insurance coverage completely clear and transparent and gave me choices. I commute from Bushwick but it’s been so worth it. If you are looking for the dentist, this is your place!
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What Our Patients Are Saying

With over 1000 reviews from all over the web with an average rating of 4.9 we are proud to be in the Manhattan Dental Elite.

Can’t say enough good things about this place. We found this place because my partner had a dental emergency and no insurance. We both have dentist phobias that have prevented us from keeping on top of our teeth cleanings etc. and so we don’t have a regular one to go to in situations like this. I looked for the highest rated dentist in the city on Google and found this place, which mentions specialty in caring for emergencies on their site. And so I got him in the door based on that. They spoke the truth! They were so kind, patient, caring and non judgmental for my partner, it made me want to go in for my own cleaning and care. Now we’ve referred several people since! I personally have been seeing Dr. Reddy, who is a gem of a human who seems to enjoy her work. my friends have seen other dentists here and we’ve all had the best experience here and think ours is the best. :) Since it was years since my cleaning, I did need some work done over the last couple months or so and I made it to all of them. Instead of anxiety and maybe occasionally postponing as I would do in the past, I almost looked forward to my appointments. They made all the costs and insurance coverage completely clear and transparent and gave me choices. I commute from Bushwick but it’s been so worth it. If you are looking for the dentist, this is your place!
Liz P

Google

Amazing service. I had a abcess develop while in NYC. The 209 clinic saw me same day for an effortless service. It was a third of the price of some of the dentists in mid town. Highly recommend
Dean A

Google

Love the staff. They were patient, skills were amazing when cleaning my teeth. And were very detailed every step of the way. Facility was extra clean and smells fresh. Recommend all my colleague to come here.
James V

Google

I've been going to 209 dental for years. I now live in Long Island and still make the trip out for my appointments. Dr Ahn is a very caring individual. Best dental experience ever!
Anna G.

Yelp

This is a wonderful dental office with very professional and friendly staff and up to date technology. They took me at a very short notice when I needed emergency dental work, they were so nice and accommodating. The office itself is bright and modern, all staff are welcoming! All doctors are absolutely fantastic! The best part is that they have all Dental specialists at that office, so they’ll be able to help you with any dental issue without you leaving the office. I highly recommend 209 NYC Dental!
Masha K

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