Oral Surgery

Preserve Your Smile With Surgery

Experience Comfortable Oral Surgery in Athens

Hopefully the thought of dental surgery doesn't make you cringe, but if you need oral surgery in Athens, rest assured you are in good hands with Dr. Fitts and his dedicated team. East Limestone Family Dental has helped many patients restore health to their mouths through dental surgical procedures.

We make sure you stay comfortable throughout your visit. Our team uses dental sedation to help you relax during dental procedures. We also provide amenities to help you feel at home.

Our caring staff takes time to listen to your concerns and answer all your questions. After your treatment, we give you clear instructions to help you heal quickly and smoothly.

Schedule a consultation if your teeth need surgery. We'll give you the attentive care and skilled touch you need to feel better soon! We're open for early morning and afternoon appointments.

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Smiling older man with gray hair and glasses wearing an orange shirt indoors in a home setting

Stay Relaxed With Dental Sedation & More

Dental surgery doesn't have to make you uncomfortable. At East Limestone Family Dental, we focus on your comfort first. Before any procedure, you can rest in our private care room with a pillow and warm blanket.

If you feel nervous about surgery, we offer soothing sedation with laughing gas. Breathe it through a comfortable mask, and soon, you'll feel a warm, relaxing sensation.

Your worry will disappear, and you'll feel at ease. Our caring team makes sure you stay calm and comfortable throughout your visit.

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Middle-aged woman sitting in a dental chair looking toward dentist in a modern clinic room.

Count on Expert Care
for Your Oral Health

Sometimes a damaged or diseased tooth needs to be removed to protect your other healthy teeth and gums. While we try other options first, tooth removal is the most common type of surgery we do.

Our skilled team has the know-how you want in a surgical provider. If we find removal is necessary, we work quickly and efficiently. After surgery, we give you clear aftercare instructions for better recovery.

You can trust that you'll get the best care for your needs. If you need oral surgery in Athens, AL, East Limestone Family Dental is here to help. Schedule your consultation.

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Our family has been going to LFD from time of their opening. The service is always professional and great. The service from the friendly dental hygienist is always first rate.

R. P. (Verified Patient)

Always enjoyed Stacy when I get my teeth cleaned. Very pleasant 😊

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Very friendly! They care about their customers and their customers’ schedules.

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We love East Limestone Family Dental. Appointments are easy to make and they go above and beyond to make me comfortable when I’m in the office. Melinda is the BEST!

K. C. (Verified Patient)

Dr.Fitz and his staff are the best, everyone is super nice and friendly and really dedicated to their work! I’ve been going here for 20 years and hope to go 20 or 30 more!!

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fantastic care and always fast/friendly

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Great experience quick and easy as it always is

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I am very pleased with the care given to me. I called and was seen promptly, care and attention to my problem was addressed same day. Very thankful.

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Awesome, awesome experience. Family type, local DR. NO CORPORATE!!!!!! No pressure, just took care of my teeth!!!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oral Surgery

When would I need oral surgery?
Tooth extraction is often needed if a tooth is too damaged to repair or if it is damaging your other teeth. In some cases, you need to have teeth removed to make room for dentures or another dental restoration. If necessary, we'll recommend a bone graft to ensure your jaw is strong enough to support dental implants.
When can I exercise after oral surgery?
For the first 24 hours after oral surgery, you shouldn't attempt any sort of exercise. Doing too much too soon can cause problems. For example, strenuous exercise could loosen the blood clot on a tooth extraction site and cause a painful dry socket. After the first day, limit your exercise to low-impact activities for a few more days to be on the safe side.
Is there much pain after oral surgery?
The type of oral surgery you have will ultimately determine how much discomfort you feel, but rest assured our goal is always to provide the most comfortable dental care we can. For most of the oral surgery procedures we perform, over-the-counter pain relievers will take care of any discomfort. If needed, your dentist can prescribe something stronger to help you through the healing process.