Surgery & Trauma

More often than not, most people expect to only meet doctors dressed in white coats in the hospital and are aware of the different types of doctors they may meet when coming to the hospital. However, do you know that dentists are just as involved in treating patients in the hospital too?

In recent times, many people have taken up cycling or riding the e-scooter as a hobby or pastime which led to seeing more patients who experienced falls or accidents that caused broken teeth or jaws. During the school holidays, children are out and about to play to their hearts content! This sets a trend to see more children coming in due to cut tongues or lip during such a period.

Nonetheless, surgery and trauma are to be expected in a hospital. Trauma scenarios that include injury to the face or jaw, cuts to the tongue or lips and even broken teeth would call for a Hospital Dentist to check in on the patient and provide a treatment plan. Depending on the severity of the condition that the patient experiences, surgery may be necessary and it may take up to 6 months to a year for rebuilding works to complete. However, at Mount Alvernia Dental Clinic, we believe in treating patients with care and empathy, and will walk the road of recovery with you.

Another factor that Hospital Dentists are concerned to look out for in cases of surgery and trauma would be patients with heart conditions, diabetes, weak bones or on bone strengthening medication. A dental problem for medically-compromised patients, as small as it may seem, could lead to severe infection elsewhere and cause more complications. The medications taken by these patients also determine the safe windows for both doctors and Hospital Dentists to work in. To find out more, take a look at the next blog regarding medically-compromised patients and children.

Last but not least, early detection is key to prevent late notice of potential dental problems or need for surgery. Therefore, early detection through regular dental check-ups should always be a priority. It is important for both adult and child to take charge of their own oral care and schedule regular visits to the dentist. If you would like to make an appointment or find out more about our services, feel free to contact us. We’d be delighted to help.