Oral Surgery

Do you need an extraction? We perform surgery safely.

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When a tooth cannot be saved, extraction (removal) of the tooth may be the only course of treatment. Extraction is performed as a last resort when there is no option left to salvage the tooth which has been damaged. Extraction may also be required if you have overcrowding, or extra teeth which can occur on rare occasions.

We will always put your best interests first

Most minor surgeries are performed in our practice; however, we may choose to refer you to a Maxillofacial Surgeon for more complicated cases. We will guide you through this process and ensure that you are knowledgeable about your procedure so that you can make an informed decision. In order to solidly diagnose problems in the dentofacial area we may perform diagnostic x-rays. We will most likely recommend an x-ray if you have felt discomfort or pain below the teeth or in the jaw as this can signify an impacted tooth or decay.

Panorex X-ray

A Panorex X-ray allows us to see a complete picture of the alignment of your jaw, the positioning of your teeth and if there is sufficient space for your third molars (wisdom teeth) to fully erupt. In addition, it is an excellent diagnostic tool for evaluating the supporting bone for possible cysts or tumours.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth are otherwise known as the third molars, which usually appear between the ages of 17 and 24.

Wisdom teeth may need to be removed if the surrounding gum becomes infected when the tooth fails to erupt properly – this is known as an impacted tooth. This failure to erupt properly may occur either because there is not enough room in the jaw for the tooth, or because of its abnormal position.

Some of the problems associated with impacted wisdom teeth include:

A trapping and build-up of plaque and bacteria
Development of cysts
Tumour development
Infection in the mouth
Jaw and Gum Disease
Intense pain and soreness in the mouth
Facial swelling
Swelling of the gum line in the back of the mouth

Many oral health specialists will recommend the removal of wisdom teeth, as early extraction will help to eliminate problems. Problems which can occur if you fail to remove your wisdom teeth include damage done to the teeth next to your erupting wisdom tooth. If your wisdom tooth is erupting on a diagonal angle towards an already erupted tooth it can actually grow towards the delicate pulp (nerves) and dentine creating a very painful experience and unnecessary extraction.

Millennium Dental Mosman will never recommend any unnecessary procedures. If you have any questions regarding our diagnosis or your procedure please do not hesitate to ask one of our helpful supporting team members.

Oral Surgery Risk Disclaimer

Like any surgery, dental extractions including the removal of wisdom teeth can poses some health risks including:

Nerve damage which can cause pain, numbness, tingling and loss of feeling in teeth, gums, cheeks, lips, chin, tongue
Dry socket
Infection
Difficulty in opening the mouth
Excessive bleeding
Sinus problems

Millennium Dental Mosman offers the best in dental services, cosmetic injectables and medical grade facial treatments all under one roof.

Opening Hours

Monday: 8am – 6pm
Tuesday: 8am – 7pm
Wednesday: 8am – 5pm
Thursday: 8am – 6pm
Friday: 8am – 4:30pm
Saturday: 8am – 1/4pm (Alternate)
Sunday: Closed

Millennium Dental Mosman offers the best in dental services, cosmetic injectables and restorations all under one roof.

Sibel Serce

Oral Health Therapist

Sibel is one of our Oral Health Therapists at Millennium Dental.

Since becoming a member of the team, Sibel has consistently demonstrated the utmost commitment and dedication towards helping each of our patients. She has gained her experience in both the public health sector, as well as other private clinics throughout Sydney.

Her friendly nature makes her extremely approachable. When tailoring to her patients’ needs, Sibel ensures she is able to provide an attentive yet pleasurable dental experience for everybody she meets. She is extremely passionate about promoting oral health to both her friends and fellow peers.

Sibel is a graduate of the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Oral Health. She is also bilingual in speaking English and Turkish.

When she is away from the clinic, Sibel loves spending time with her big family, finding cafes for brunch as well a gym workout.

Sona Rathinavelu

Oral Health Therapist

Sona qualified as an Oral Health Therapist (Adult Scope) in 2007 with Distinction marks from the University of Sydney. She has worked in a number of clinics across Sydney where she has practiced a wide range of preventative and restorative procedures. Her calm and gentle demeanour help make patients feel welcome and relaxed. She enjoys focusing on the aesthetic, preventative and restorative aspects of dentistry.

When not at the practice, Sona enjoys teaching dance and hanging out with her family.

Shruti Kulhalli

Dentist

Since graduating with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide, Dr Shruti Kulhalli has worked in Sydney and Adelaide, both as a dentist and as a university clinical tutor. Dr Shruti brings extensive range of experience to our practice and strives for perfection when treating each and every one of her patients, always tailoring her approach to an individual’s needs. Her warm and friendly manner ensures a comfortable, personal experience for each patient. Always seeking to stay up-to-date with the ever-evolving world of dentistry, she regularly attends dental conferences and courses all around Australia. With a keen interest in both cosmetic and complex restorative dentistry. As a mum of 2 young kids, Dr Shruti is especially passionate about the need for great paediatric dentistry.

Dr Shruti particularly enjoys the interpersonal and artistic aspects of dentistry. She loves being able to meet and to get to know different people each day and nothing gives her greater pleasure than using her skills and experience to help people gain optimal dental health and a beautiful smile. She also firmly believes that health is holistic, and when planning treatment, and always considers her patient’s general physical health and their well-being with the knowledge that these can have an important influence on oral health.

In the little time that she’s not being a dentist or a mum, Dr Shruti is a regular at her local pilates studio, and also loves learning and reading about health and wellness. In 2013, she received her certificate in health coaching with the Institute of Integrative Nutrition. This has given her the unique ability as a dentist to provide advice to her patients on the link between dental health and nutrition.

Mark Rosenberg