Emergency Oral Surgery
Facial and Dental Trauma and Infections in Cumming, GA
Facial injuries, damaged teeth, and oral infections can affect your comfort, bite, and overall health. Dr. William Shin at Jawline Oral Surgery evaluates facial and dental trauma and infections, then recommends care based on the type and severity of the condition. Our team serves patients throughout Cumming, GA, and nearby communities.
Trauma Treatment
Facial and Dental Injuries We Evaluate
Facial and dental trauma may result from sports injuries, vehicle collisions, falls, or workplace accidents. These events can cause jaw or facial fractures, soft-tissue injuries, and teeth that are cracked, loosened, displaced, or knocked out. Changes in your bite, facial numbness, bleeding, swelling, or difficulty opening your mouth should be evaluated promptly.
As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Shin has training in the bones, soft tissues, and teeth of the face and jaws. Your evaluation may include an examination and CBCT 3D imaging to identify the injury and determine whether stabilization, tooth treatment, or surgical repair may be appropriate.
Trauma and Infection Care
Conditions That May Require Oral Surgery
Dental Abscess
An infection near a tooth root or in the surrounding gum tissue may cause pain, swelling, a bad taste, or fever. Treatment depends on the source and may include drainage, medication, root canal care from a dentist, or tooth extraction.
Cellulitis
A bacterial infection can spread into the soft tissues of the face or neck. Increasing swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing, or difficulty breathing requires urgent medical attention and may require medication and surgical drainage.
Jaw Fractures
A fracture can change the way your teeth fit together and may cause pain, swelling, numbness, or limited jaw movement. Depending on the fracture, treatment may involve observation, stabilization, or surgical repair.
Knocked-Out or Displaced Teeth
A tooth that is knocked out, pushed out of position, or loosened needs prompt evaluation. Keep a knocked-out permanent tooth moist, handle it only by the crown, and contact a dental professional immediately.
Why Choose an OMS
Board-Certified Expertise in Facial Surgery
Hospital-Level Training
Dr. Shin completed a multi-year residency that included facial trauma rotations at major medical centers, providing experience with complex reconstructive cases.
In-Office Anesthesia
As a trained anesthesia provider, Dr. Shin can administer IV sedation and general anesthesia in our office for surgical procedures.
Advanced Imaging
In-office CBCT 3D imaging allows immediate evaluation of fractures, infections, and tooth injuries without a separate radiology visit.
Comprehensive Follow-Up
From initial emergency treatment through complete healing, Dr. Shin manages your care from start to finish, including any necessary reconstructive procedures.
Common Questions
Facial and Dental Trauma and Infections FAQ
Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root. If it is dirty, rinse it gently without scrubbing. Try to place it back in the socket if you can do so safely, or keep it moist in milk, and contact a dental professional immediately. Do not replant a baby tooth.
Seek urgent medical attention for difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly increasing facial or neck swelling, confusion, or other severe symptoms. Fever, worsening swelling, drainage, or persistent dental pain should also be evaluated promptly.
Treatment depends on the fracture location, stability, and effect on your bite. Care may include a soft diet and monitoring, stabilization, or surgical repair with plates and screws. Dr. Shin recommends an approach after an examination and imaging.
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to evaluate injuries involving the face, jaws, mouth, and teeth. Depending on the injury, care may also involve an emergency physician, general dentist, endodontist, orthodontist, or another surgical specialist.
Concerned About an Injury or Infection?
Contact Jawline Oral Surgery in Cumming, GA for guidance about facial injuries, dental trauma, or oral infections. Call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department for difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, loss of consciousness, or another life-threatening emergency.
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