What Other Types of Oral Surgery Does Dr. Gillis Perform?
Dr. Gillis is very skilled in many other types of oral surgery in addition to surgical tooth extractions. These procedures include the following:
- Exposing teeth for orthodontics
- Reshaping gingival tissues to decrease pocketing or improve appearance
- Removal of tissue tags, thickened tissue or scar tissue, or papillomas
- Frenectomies, or the removal of the fibrous band of tissue tying the lip to the gums or the tongue to the floor of the mouth
- Removal of pigmented areas
- Gingival plastic surgery to remove and reshape excess tissue
- Biopsies of suspected cancerous lesions
- Reshaping the jawbone to improve the fit of dentures or partials
- And more!
Why Choose Dr. Gillis for Tooth Extractions and Oral Surgery?
Dr. Gillis has more than three decades of experience and has the extensive training and skills necessary to effectively perform tooth extractions and many types of oral surgery procedures. When the need arises, Dr. Gillis will also collaborate with oral surgeons and other specialists to develop a genuinely collaborative approach to care that can ensure patients are receiving the best results possible. An accredited member of the prestigious American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Gillis has proven over her many years in practice to be a highly-qualified dentist who prioritizes safety, compassion, and attentiveness for all individuals who come to our practice for treatment. She is also surrounded by a team of professionals who are dedicated to providing our patients with the absolute best in care. An avid supporter of continuing dental education, Dr. Gillis routinely receives additional training every year to ensure that she is able to provide many of the latest techniques and treatments to her patients—treatments that keep the dental care field advancing into the future in terms of delivering patients more effective, efficient, and comfortable care.
Dr. Gillis views tooth extraction as a last resort that is only to be recommended when the natural tooth simply cannot be saved, or when it is necessary for the protection of overall oral and dental health. She will answer all questions and address any concerns our patients may have, and go over all aspects of the treatment process in detail if it is determined that tooth extraction and/or oral surgery is the most ideal solution.
Please contact our office for more information or to schedule an appointment. Our office and Dr. Gillis will be happy to help!