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Most Surgeries Start With the Tooth. We Start With the Cause.
A tooth that needs to come out usually failed for a reason. Bone that needs rebuilding before an implant can be placed requires understanding what was lost and why. At Livewell Dental, Dr. Chris Kim evaluates the full picture before recommending any procedure, so the surgical plan connects to your long-term goals from the start.
FIVE PROCEDURES. ONE STANDARD OF CARE.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
When wisdom teeth are impacted, infected, or crowding adjacent teeth, removal protects the surrounding bone and neighboring molars. Dr. Chris evaluates position, root shape, and risk before recommending extraction.
Tooth Extraction
When a tooth cannot be saved, careful removal protects the bone and prepares the site for what comes next. Every extraction is planned with the long-term restoration already in mind.
Sinus Lift
When bone height in the upper jaw is too low for implants, a sinus lift elevates the membrane and places graft material to create the space needed.
Bone Grafting
Bone lost after extraction or gum disease can make implant placement impossible. Grafting rebuilds that structure so the site can support a long-term restoration.
Ridge Augmentation
After tooth loss, the jaw ridge shrinks in width and height. Augmentation restores the natural contour so implants seat correctly and final restorations look natural.
How We Approach Every Surgical Case
One Doctor. Guides Every Step
When different providers handle different parts of a surgical case, information gets lost between handoffs. The surgeon may not know the restorative plan. The restorative dentist may not have seen the original imaging. Small disconnects at each stage can affect how the site heals, how the implant is positioned, and how the final result looks and functions.
At Livewell Dental, Dr. Chris Kim reads your imaging, plans the procedure, performs the surgery, and monitors your recovery. The surgical plan stays tied to your overall dental health and long-term goals from the first visit forward.
- Direct care from Dr. Chris Kim throughout
- Private, one-patient-at-a-time appointments
- CBCT imaging, piezo surgery, and PRF healing support
- Restorations planned for function and long-term stability
The Technology Behind Oral Surgery at Livewell
Oral surgery at Livewell is performed with local anesthesia, so you should not feel the procedure itself. Soreness, swelling, and jaw stiffness are normal in the days following surgery and typically improve with rest and the medications recommended afterward. For patients who feel anxious about surgery, comfort options are available, ask us about sedation dentistry before your appointment.
No. Whether bone grafting is recommended after an extraction depends on where the tooth was located, how much bone is present, and whether a dental implant or other restoration is planned for that site. In some cases, grafting at the time of extraction helps preserve the bone so future implant placement is more predictable. Dr. Chris evaluates each site individually.
In some cases, an implant can be placed the same day as the extraction. In others, the site needs time to heal, especially if bone grafting was required. The timeline depends on the condition of the bone, the reason for extraction, and how the site heals. You will leave your consultation with a clear estimate. Learn more about dental implants at Livewell.
A sinus lift is a procedure that increases bone height in the upper jaw when the sinus floor sits too close to the ridge to allow safe implant placement. Bone graft material is placed between the jaw and the sinus membrane after the membrane is gently elevated. It is one of the more common preparatory procedures before upper arch implant treatment.
Many dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for oral surgery when the procedure is clinically necessary. Coverage depends on your specific plan, the diagnosis, and the type of procedure. Our team reviews your benefits before treatment and gives you a full cost breakdown in advance. You can also learn about financing options if out-of-pocket costs are a concern.