Oral Surgery and Implant Procedures in San Diego, CA

Over time, the bone that supports your teeth can lose volume and density. This may happen after tooth loss, periodontal disease, or an injury, and it can affect the jaw’s ability to support dental implants.

During your consultation, Dr. Kohani will guide you in choosing the grafting option that best suits you. Patients may be able to choose between their own bone, a donor source, or a synthetic material that is compatible with their oral anatomy. Your options depend on your surgical needs, graft availability, and Dr. Kohani’s recommendation.

The graft is placed in the area where the jaw needs additional support, allowing the surrounding tissue to heal around it. Once healed, bone block grafting can help create a stronger foundation for dental implants, support facial harmony, and promote a healthier bite for comfortable chewing and talking.

Bone grafting is used to restore volume and support in areas of the jaw affected by bone loss. This treatment may be recommended for patients preparing for dental implants or those who need additional jaw support before restorative treatment.

Similar to bone block grafting, Dr. Kohani will help determine the right grafting material for your needs. This may include your own bone, donor bone, or a biocompatible material. The grafting material is carefully placed in the treatment area, where it supports new bone growth as the body heals.

Bone grafting can help strengthen the jaw, improve support for surrounding teeth, and create a more stable foundation for dental implants. Each treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s oral health, anatomy, and long-term restorative goals.

Surgical dental extraction may be recommended when a tooth needs to be removed with greater precision. This can include teeth that are damaged, difficult to access, or have not fully erupted through the gum line. Wisdom teeth are commonly removed this way.

During a surgical dental extraction, Dr. Kohani carefully accesses the tooth and removes it safely. In some cases, the tooth may be divided into smaller pieces to make the process more controlled and comfortable.

Removing the tooth can help protect surrounding teeth, support oral health, and prepare the mouth for future restorative treatments when needed.

A sinus lift is a specialized procedure that adds more bone to the upper jaw. It may be recommended when additional bone height is needed before placing dental implants in the upper back portion of the mouth.

Also called a sinus augmentation, this procedure involves gently lifting the sinus membrane and placing bone grafting material beneath it. This helps create additional support for future dental implant placement.

Once healed, a sinus lift can provide a stronger foundation for dental implants and help in moving forward with a more stable, long-lasting tooth replacement plan.

Tori are bony growths that develop inside your mouth. While they are harmless, some patients may benefit from a tori removal if it causes them discomfort or affects oral function.

During tori removal, Dr. Kohani gently removes and smooths the excess bone to create a more comfortable oral structure. Treatment is carefully planned around the patient’s anatomy and dental needs.

This procedure can improve comfort, make oral hygiene easier, and help create a better foundation for restorations, dentures, or other dental appliances when needed.

Tongue tie surgery is used to improve tongue mobility when the tissue beneath the tongue restricts tongue movement. This treatment may support healthier oral function, speech, eating, and everyday comfort.

During the procedure, Dr. Kohani releases the restricted tissue to allow the tongue to move freely. Treatment is planned carefully and may be performed using a simple release or a more involved approach when appropriate.

By improving tongue mobility, tongue tie surgery can support better oral function and comfort. Dr. Kohani will evaluate each patient individually and recommend the most appropriate treatment option.