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Carefully managed oral surgery, focused on comfort, delivered with skill.

Being told you need oral surgery can feel unsettling, particularly if you’re already experiencing pain or uncertainty about what comes next. At London Dental Arts, oral surgery, including tooth extractions in South East London, is approached with care, clarity, and specialist overview. This ensures decisions are made thoughtfully, and treatment is carried out safely.

Based in Forest Hill and serving patients from Lewisham, Dulwich, and across London, we provide routine and complex oral surgery within a fully comprehensive, specialist-led dental clinic. Extractions are never treated as isolated procedures. Instead, they’re planned in context, considering how healing, future restorations, implants, or rehabilitation will be affected long-term.

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Oral surgery beyond tooth removal

While tooth extractions in South East London are one of the most common oral surgery procedures, surgical care at London Dental Arts extends beyond removal alone.

Oral surgery may also be required to manage:

  • Severely damaged or infected teeth.
  • Impacted or problematic wisdom teeth.
  • Teeth fractured below the gum line.
  • Failed or infected previous dental work.
  • Teeth that compromise bite stability or restorative planning.
  • Surgical preparation for implants or rehabilitation.

In each case, the goal is not simply removal but resolution of the underlying problem, while preserving surrounding bone, gum health, and future treatment options.

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Specialist in oral surgery

Oral surgery at London Dental Arts is led by Dr Bizhan Shokouhi, a registered Specialist Oral Surgeon with extensive experience managing both routine and complex surgical cases.

His approach emphasises:

  • Precise, minimally traumatic surgical technique.
  • Careful handling of bone and soft tissues.
  • Clear explanation of risks, alternatives, and healing expectations.
  • Surgical decisions that support long-term stability, not short-term fixes.

This specialist overview is particularly important where extractions form a wider part of implant planning, bone grafting, or full-mouth rehabilitation.

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Advanced planning using 4D technology

One of the key differences at London Dental Arts is how oral surgery is planned. Where appropriate, 4D diagnostic technology is used to assess jaw movement, bite dynamics, and functional forces before surgical decisions are made. This allows the team to understand how teeth and jaws behave in motion, not just at rest.

For patients, this means:

  • Better anticipation of bite-related forces after extraction.
  • Reduced risk of post-surgical instability or discomfort.
  • Improved planning when surgery precedes implants or restorations.

Technology here is used as a decision-support tool, not a selling point, helping surgical care integrate smoothly into longer-term treatment plans.

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Sedation-supported oral surgery

For many patients, anxiety is as significant as the procedure itself. London Dental Arts offers sedation dentistry as part of its oral surgery service, where clinically appropriate.

Sedation may be considered for patients who:

  • Feel anxious or fearful about surgery.
  • Have had previous difficult dental experiences.
  • Require more complex or prolonged procedures.
  • Struggle with gag reflex or sensory sensitivity.

Whether patients are undergoing a bone graft or sinus lift before implant treatment or require one or more tooth extractions here in South East London, sedation is planned carefully and delivered within strict clinical protocols, always prioritising patient safety, comfort, and informed consent.

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What to expect from oral surgery

What to expect from oral surgery

Any oral surgery, including tooth extractions, is always carried out with a focus on predictability and recovery. Patients are guided clearly on:

  • What the procedure involves.
  • How discomfort is managed.
  • Expected healing timelines.
  • How extraction fits into future treatment, if relevant.

Where extractions are part of implant or restorative planning, the next steps are discussed in advance, including temporary replacements, so patients are never left uncertain about what comes next.

A referral centre for complex oral surgery

A referral centre for complex oral surgery

London Dental Arts is also trusted by dentists across Lewisham, Dulwich, and wider London to manage complex oral surgery and extraction cases for patients not registered with us.

Referrals are handled collaboratively, with:

  • Clear communication and shared planning.
  • Respect for the referring dentist’s relationship with the patient.
  • Detailed assessment before surgical intervention.

This referral-led role reflects the depth of surgical experience and integrated care available at London Dental Arts under one roof.

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I had such a wonderful experience at London Dental Arts in Forest Hill; it honestly stands out from any dental clinic I’ve been to. The..."

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John T

I haven’t needed a dentist for many years, but recently I found I needed treatment. I remembered LDA being recommended a few years back, and..."

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Farid A

After a long period of research and many recommendations, we finally met Dr Arman Barfeie, a specialist prosthodontist and implantologist, who was exactly the expert..."

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London Dental Arts

D L

I just had my first hygiene appointment at this practise and am thoroughly impressed! Firstly, I would like to say all members of staff are..."

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Chris S

Excellent service every time. Jasmine today was outstanding. So informative and supportive with any and all questions and queries. Perfect for anyone who, like me,..."

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Elwira L

I had an excellent experience at Dental Arts Forest Hill during my Invisalign consultation. The whole team was incredibly professional, welcoming, and informative throughout the..."

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June E

The dental surgery is very clean, warming and welcoming! Both receptionists were very lovely – thank you! The hygienist, Amy, was really, really good! She..."

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Teri M

Fantastic dental experience, and I would strongly recommend this wonderful practice to anyone. I attended my first appointment yesterday and was seen by Daniel. I..."

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London Dental Arts

Sima J

I can’t thank Dr Arman enough! I came in with a really painful tooth, and he sorted it out so quickly with a beautiful restoration...."

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London Dental Arts

Daphne V

I had an excellent experience with dental therapist Daniel Nuciatelli. He is by far one of the most professional and personable individuals I’ve encountered in..."

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London Dental Arts

S J

This dental practice offers the best services I have ever experienced. The reception staff, as well as the dental team, are always warm and welcoming,..."

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Cicely T

I’m absolutely thrilled with my new smile! I’ve had nonstop compliments since finishing treatment. Dr Al is incredible, he explained the Invisalign process clearly, reassured..."

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Krystyna M

I had such a wonderful experience at London Dental Arts in Forest Hill; it honestly stands out from any dental clinic I’ve been to. The..."

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John T

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do you minimise bone loss when a tooth needs to be removed? down purple circle icon down washed out crimson circle arrow

Preserving bone is a key consideration during oral surgery. Where appropriate, extraction techniques are chosen to minimise trauma to surrounding bone and soft tissues. In some cases, socket preservation or future grafting strategies are discussed in advance to support long-term stability, particularly if implants or restorative treatment may be planned later.

Is it ever better to remove a tooth than try to save it? down purple circle icon down washed out crimson circle arrow

Sometimes, yes. While tooth preservation is always considered first, there are situations where a tooth has a poor long-term prognosis due to infection, structural damage, or repeated failure. In these cases, extraction can offer a more predictable outcome and prevent ongoing discomfort or repeated treatment. Decisions are made carefully, with long-term function and stability in mind.

Can oral surgery affect my bite or surrounding teeth? down purple circle icon down washed out crimson circle arrow

Oral surgery can influence bite dynamics, particularly when extractions are part of wider restorative or rehabilitative care. This is why surgical decisions at London Dental Arts are planned within the context of overall bite function, jaw movement, and future treatment. Where necessary, advanced diagnostics are used to reduce the risk of post-surgical bite issues.

What if I’ve had complications with oral surgery in the past? down purple circle icon down washed out crimson circle arrow

Previous complications don’t automatically prevent further treatment, but they do require careful reassessment. Factors such as healing response, bone quality, infection history, and bite forces are reviewed in detail. London Dental Arts regularly manages referral cases involving previous surgical difficulties, with planning focused on addressing underlying causes before proceeding.

Calm, Specialist Care When Surgery Is Needed

If you’ve been advised that you need a tooth extraction or oral surgery in South East London, an in-depth assessment can clarify what’s required and how to proceed.

At London Dental Arts, surgical care is delivered with clarity, confidence, and respect for your comfort at every stage.

Request a consultation with our Forest Hill team to discuss oral surgery or tooth extractions in a calm, specialist-led setting.

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