Oral surgery is a branch of dentistry that involves surgical procedures to treat various dental and mouth-related issues. It includes a wide range of treatments, such as the removal of impacted wisdom teeth, repairing jaw fractures, treating infections, and placing dental implants. Oral surgeons also perform surgeries to correct issues like misaligned jaws or to address severe gum disease that can’t be treated with other methods. The procedures are usually done under local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of the surgery. Oral surgery helps improve both the function and appearance of the teeth, gums, and jaw, and is often necessary for cases where other treatments may not be effective.