Services we provide
Locally based care and expertise.
Quintin is a general dentist who has undertaken extensive post graduate training in Oral Surgery. He has primarily worked in a hospital setting and has the training and experience to take care of your oral surgery needs. Quintin has completed a Masters in Oral Surgery and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Dental Implantology. He removes thousands of wisdom teeth every year and is constantly developing and advancing his knowledge and skill in Oral Surgery techniques. If you are looking for an experienced clinician nearby to remove your wisdom teeth Mid North Coast Oral Surgery are perfectly positioned to meet your needs.
Oral surgery procedures, are by their very nature invasive. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding with treatment, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. If required, onward referral to an appropriate medical or dental specialist will be provided.
We believe in fee transparency and fully informing you about the risks, benefits, costs and recovery associated with your procedure. For that reason we have provided estimates for all our procedures. Fees are payable when checking in at reception.
Removal of Wisdom Teeth
A surgical procedure to remove infected, un-erupted or complex wisdom teeth.
Wisdom teeth are the final set of molars. They come in anywhere between the ages of 15 to 25 and are known to cause issues with many patients’ oral health. We can visually examine your wisdom teeth (if they have already erupted) or use x-ray imaging to assess if your wisdom teeth need to be removed. Having your wisdom teeth extracted may seem like a rite of passage, but that’s not always the case. Depending on the shape of your mouth, size of teeth, and the position of your third molars, a wisdom teeth removal procedure is determined on a case-by-case basis. Proactive wisdom tooth removal can help to reduce the risk of problems like:
Crowded teeth
Pain
Jaw joint problems
Irregular tooth wear
Infection
Tooth decay
Gum disease
Cysts
Damage to adjacent teeth
Due to their position in the bone and against adjacent teeth, wisdom teeth can harm the healthy teeth next to them. Additionally, third molars are quite difficult to keep clean. So even if you have generally good oral hygiene, it’s possible that your wisdom teeth may develop an infection. Instead of treating them with gum infection therapy or a filling, it’s typically the standard of care to have the teeth removed for proactive purposes.
How do I know if my wisdom teeth need removed?
While every patient is different, there are some common signs that indicate the need to have your wisdom teeth removed. These signs may include:
Impaction—this is where the tooth is stuck under the gums and/or bone and is completely hidden. If wisdom teeth aren’t able to emerge normally, they can become trapped within your jaw which can result in infection or, occassionally, cause cyst formation that can damage other teeth and surrounding structures.
Changing bite alignment—wisdom teeth can grow at various angles in the jaw, sometimes horizontally, and this can cause a change in your bite alignment.
Crowding or damage to existing teeth—this is caused by wisdom teeth not having enough room to come in properly and can push the teeth in front of them or start to erode away the backside of them.
Emerging only partially—if your wisdom teeth are only partially emerged through the gums, it can create an area where bacteria will acculumate that can cause gum disease and oral infection. It is almost impossible for you to clean this area properly.
Many dentists recommend removing wisdom teeth during the teenage years or early 20’s before the roots and bone are fully formed. Recovery is often faster and less uncomfortable than for older adults.
You can book in with us to have your troublesome wisdom teeth removed either by contacting us directly, or by referral from your regular dentist. We can arrange to remove just one tooth, or all four depending on your situation and specific needs.
We offer extraction under local anaesthetic, with oral sedation or under general anaesthetic at a private hospital or facility. The approach you chose for yourself will depend on your anxiety, timeline, budget and health requirements.
Estimated fees
Consultation (if a seperate visit) $85
Surgical removal of 1 x tooth $650
Surgical removal of 2 x teeth $1150
Surgical removal of 3 x teeth $1400
Surgical removal of 4 x teeth $1750
*You may be able to use your receipt of payment to claim with your private health fund depending on your level of cover.
Pre-Prosthetic Surgery for Dentures
A procedure to re-contour your gums and bone to make them more suitable for dentures.
If you have lumps or bumps present on your upper or lower gums after tooth removal these may prevent the effective use of dentures.
Dr Quintin can often remove these via a minor oral surgery procedure and improve the fit.
Estimated fees
Re-contour of 1 x jaw $800
Re-contour of both jaws $1100
*You may be able to use your receipt of payment to claim with your private health fund depending on your level of cover.
Dental Implants
Dental Implants often represent the best options of missing teeth.
Dr Wilson has undertaken extensive post graduate training to develop his skills and expertise in providing dental implants to his patients.
Dr Wilson can partner with your regular dentist to provide an implant where the surgery is provided with him and the crown is fitted by your regular Dentist.
If your regular dentist prefers Dr Wilson to provide the implant and the crown this can also be completed with ease.
There are many variables involved in having a dental implant and these can best be identified and discussed during a consultation appoinment. if you live in the Coffs Harbour, Woolgoolga, Grafton, Urunga or Bellingen local government areas, a consultation can be arranged easily at one of our consultation rooms.
Often a 3D scan will be required for complete assessment of your treatment needs and Dr Wilson will arrange this once the goals of treatment have been established.
It is always better to keep your natural teeth if they can be restored or maintained. If this is not possible then implant supported crowns may be a great options for you.
If you have lost a tooth or have been told a tooth cannot be saved it may be the best time to book a consultation to discuss your options.
There are many factors which may mean implants are not a straightforward or suitable option for your particular needs.
Removal of Decayed or Infected teeth
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Oral Biopsies
Providing certainty
Through a holistic approach to medicine, I try viewing each patient as a whole rather than a single symptom to be treated. This is just one of many procedures I perform when coming up with any diagnosis. Your health deserves proper care and attention and I’m able to provide. Please contact me today to schedule an appointment.
Exposure and bonding of impacted teeth for orthodontics
Variety of options for surgery needed to complete your orthodontic treatment
For years, patients have depended on me to provide this valuable service. I offer this and other specialized options to anyone in need of a Oral Surgeon they can trust. I’m Mid North Coast Oral Surgery, and I’m dedicated to building long-lasting relationships based on trust and medical integrity with every single patient.