Trust Our Caring Team With Your Surgical Needs

Dental surgery is only recommended when absolutely necessary. It may be needed to save your smile from an infection, prepare your mouth for other procedures, or help you avoid future dental complications. Dr. Shumate is experienced in providing comfortable surgery to his patients. Our entire team is dedicated to giving you a stress-free experience. Plus, he uses platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), a substances that uses your own blood to encourage the healing process.

You won’t have to visit an outside oral surgeon for any of these procedures:

  • Tooth Extractions – Your dentist will try to save your tooth whenever possible. However, if an infection or dental damage puts other teeth at risk, your dentist uses gentle extraction techniques to minimize discomfort. He’ll discuss replacement teeth options with you, so you maintain a complete smile.
  • Wisdom Teeth Removal – Wisdom teeth can cause a problems in your smile later down the road. If your wisdom teeth are erupting or you never had yours removed, your dentist can discuss whether this treatment is necessary for you.
  • Cosmetic Gum Surgery – An uneven gumline or overly gummy smile can affect your appearance. Cosmetic gum procedures can reshape your gums and create a more balanced and pleasing smile.
  • Ridge Augmentation – Ridge augmentation helps restore the contours of your gums and jaw following tooth loss. It can strengthen your jaw for dental implants.

While your dentist will numb your mouth so you don’t feel a thing, sedation is also available. Laughing gas can help you relax, while IV sedation will put you completely at ease. If you opt for IV sedation, you will need a ride home.

Call 910-202-6576 for oral surgery in Wilmington. You can also request an appointment online.