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To Our Patients,

We understand and deeply respect that you may be concerned about Coronavirus in public places… even at our state-of-the-art sterilized office.

As you may know because of my background and Masters degree in Bacteriology/Virology, Wilton Dental Associates has always emphasized sterilization and all aspects of antibacterial/antiviral procedure in our office. Our antibacterial periodontal preventive care and phase microscope have been an extension of this.

I want to assure you that our office has even further heightened our already rigid sterilization safeguards and office cleaning standards to minimize the possibility of transmission to our outstanding team…or to you, our valued patient. We have always far exceeded all standards for sterilization and patient care. In addition our facility/building itself will be disinfected from top to bottom every day including outside and inside door handles, elevator, stair rails, bathrooms, etc.

Our first priority is always the health and well-being of our patients. And that is a priority we take extremely seriously, even with the current disruptions we’re all experiencing.

Your dental health remains important to us as it plays such an important role in your overall health.

When you visit our office, you’ll see we’ve taken all the necessary steps to ensure you have the best patient experience possible. If you are experiencing any symptoms, please do not come to our office and call us to reschedule your appointment. We care for you and all our patients. If we see any symptoms in our patients or our team, we will reschedule the appointment on the spot and send that individual home.

It is just one more way that we can show our high level of care for you…and for everyone in our community. We very much look forward to seeing you, your family, and your friends very soon.

I will be available 24/7 for any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Dr. A. Vandiveer Strait, DDS, FAGD

Solve Dental Problems With Oral Surgery In Wilton 

A former Chief Periodontist and Preventive Dental Officer in the United States Navy, Dr. Vandiveer Strait is often able to save even the most damaged teeth. However, he can also remove teeth when needed. Best of all, he has the knowledge and experience to recommend the best course of action. Among the oral surgery in Wilton Dr. Strait performs:

Doctor A. Vandiveer Strait on oral surgery Read Transcript
Doctor A. Vandiveer Strait on oral surgery

Oral surgery in our office is something that we obviously would rather not do, and we do a great deal to prevent, but if someone needs it, then there's two aspects of it. One is to do it in a way that creates no discomfort afterwards and no discomfort while we're doing it. In addition, it's also important that it helps you are gaining something from it. That is, we're doing it because we want you to keep that tooth for the rest of your life, or we're doing it so that we now can restore the area properly. It should have a very important purpose, and it should not be done lightly. In our office we take that seriously, and we always make sure we take you ... as your wants and your needs foremost, and that we educate you about why we're doing it.

  • Tooth Extractions – With Dr. Strait’s experience and our state-of-the-art numbing techniques, you may be surprised at how comfortable tooth removal can be.
  • Bone Grafts – With his implant expertise, Dr. Strait may recommend this procedure, which strengthens your jaw so it can better support dental implants.
  • Gum Grafts – As part of our advanced gum disease treatment, you may need a gum graft to repair your damaged gums. With his periodontics skills, Dr. Strait is an expert at keeping gums intact.

As a member of the Crown Council, an invitation-only organization dedicated to dental excellence, Dr. Strait can advise you on whether you need an oral surgery procedure. Call 203-293-2086 to schedule a consultation with him.

We Help You Avoid Oral Surgery Procedures If Possible

In general, Dr. Strait is committed to first trying nonsurgical procedures to restore your dental health. He’ll thoroughly assess your condition before he makes any recommendations. For example, he’ll study a bacteria sample under a microscope to determine which kinds of treatment will offer the best results. As both a trained periodontist and member of the James R. Cameron Society for Oral Surgery, he’ll know how to help you.

You Won’t Feel A Thing With Our State-Of-The-Art Anesthesia

Some patients dread receiving anesthesia almost as much as an actual oral surgery procedure. We administer anesthesia using the latest and best technologies and techniques, so it’s a stress-free and painless process. Our methods include:

  • Single Tooth Anesthesia – Numbing just one tooth, as we do with our single tooth anesthesia, makes the injection nearly undetectable. Not only that, but you won’t have to endure hours of residual numbness following your surgery. We can even warm your anesthesia solution to body temperature to avoid any uncomfortable sting.
  • DentalVibe® Comfort System – The DentalVibe is a small device that uses vibration to block any sensation from the injection, so you won’t feel a needle stick.
  • Syrijet Needleless Injections – No needles are used with this method of administering anesthesia, making it perfect for patients who have a fear of needles.

If you’ll still nervous or concerned about discomfort, you can also receive laughing gas. For oral surgery in Wilton, call 203-293-2086 or contact us online.

Common Questions About Oral Surgery

There are several situations that might require oral surgery. If you have a damaged tooth that is not able to be saved, then an extraction will be necessary. If you need dental implants but your jawbone isn’t strong enough or thick enough, a bone graft will prepare your jaw for implants. A gum graft will repair receded gums and put your oral health back on track.

Your oral surgery may be covered by your insurance plan, at least in part. Our recommendation is to check with your insurance carrier to determine your coverage. We’ll give you an estimate on your treatment and work with your insurance company to maximize your coverage and reduce your out-of-pocket expense as much as possible.

For the first 24 hours, you should take it easy and do no exercise at all. Doing too much too soon can actually create problems during the healing period. For example, vigorous exercise can loosen the clot formed on an extraction site and cause dry socket, a painful condition. After the first day, limit your exercise to low-impact activities to be on the safe side.

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