Oral Surgeon in Watauga, North Carolina

Cost depends on the procedure, anesthesia, imaging, and insurance coverage. Ask for a written estimate before treatment and confirm whether your dental or medical insurance applies.

Check that the office performs the specific procedure you need, explains anesthesia and recovery, and provides a clear estimate. For implants, ask about the planned restoration and which dentist will place the crown.

Simple extractions often have initial recovery over several days, while implant and other surgical procedures can require longer healing. The surgeon should give procedure-specific restrictions and follow-up timing.

Seek urgent dental or medical care for uncontrolled bleeding, facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, severe infection symptoms, or a serious jaw injury. A knocked-out permanent tooth also needs immediate dental attention.

You generally should not drive after IV sedation or general anesthesia and will need an adult escort. Instructions differ for local anesthetic alone, so confirm the policy before the appointment.