Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga: Surgical Implant Placement and Extraction in East Brainerd

Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga is a standalone oral surgery practice in Chattanooga's East Brainerd area offering tooth extractions, dental implant placement, wisdom tooth removal, and bone grafting under sedation options ranging from local anesthesia to general anesthesia.

What Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga Is

The practice operates as an independent oral surgery office, not part of a larger dental group. It handles procedures that general dentists typically refer out: surgical extractions of impacted or complex teeth, implant body placement (the surgical phase before a prosthodontist or general dentist fits the crown), and grafting procedures to rebuild bone when extraction or trauma has depleted the jaw. The practice accepts patients from general dentistry referrals and direct self-referrals for consultation.

Procedures and Sedation Options

Implant placement runs $2,000 to $3,500 per implant body, depending on bone quality and whether augmentation (grafting) is needed. Simple extractions cost $150 to $400; surgical extractions of impacted teeth run $300 to $800. Wisdom tooth removal sits between $250 and $1,200 per tooth based on position and complexity. Bone grafting adds $400 to $1,200 depending on graft source and size. These figures are typical for the Southeast but vary by case; confirm pricing at consultation.

The practice offers local anesthesia with nitrous oxide (laughing gas), IV sedation, and general anesthesia. IV sedation is the most common choice for implant and wisdom tooth work and runs $300 to $600 depending on duration. Patients who choose general anesthesia should arrange a driver and plan recovery time; IV sedation allows same-day discharge with a companion.

How It Compares to Other Oral Surgeons in Chattanooga

Chattanooga has two other established oral surgery offices: one in the North Shore area and one affiliated with a dental school's continuing-education clinic downtown. The North Shore practice is older, hospital-credentialed, and handles more complex reconstructive cases and jaw surgery; choose it if your surgeon needs operating-room privileges or you are undergoing orthognathic procedures. The East Brainerd location (Implants & Oral Surgery) is newer, focuses on routine implant and extraction cases, and typically has shorter wait times for consultation (often within 2 to 3 weeks versus 4 to 6 at the hospital-based office). The downtown clinic sees university referrals and patients seeking teaching-clinic pricing; it is appropriate for standard cases but surgery scheduling aligns with academic calendars and may involve student supervision. For uncomplicated implant placement and wisdom teeth extraction with faster access and private-practice efficiency, East Brainerd is the best fit.

Who It Suits and Who It Does Not

The practice is ideal for patients needing routine implant placement, surgical extractions, or bone grafting who have received a referral from their general dentist or who can self-refer. Insurance coverage for implants varies widely (many plans exclude them entirely; Medicare does not cover them), so bring your benefits information to consultation. Patients with complex jaw reconstruction, multiple extractions, or prior failed implants may be better served at the hospital-credentialed North Shore practice. Patients uncomfortable with IV sedation but seeking implant work should discuss local-only options at consultation.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Your referring dentist will send records or imaging (usually a cone-beam CT scan, which the practice can order if your dentist has not). At the appointment, the surgeon reviews imaging, examines the surgical area, discusses implant timing and bone adequacy, and explains sedation choices. For extractions, the visit often includes same-day or next-week scheduling. For implant placement, the surgeon explains the multi-step process: implant placement happens first (takes 30 to 60 minutes under sedation), then a 3- to 6-month healing period (osseointegration), and finally crown fabrication by your general dentist. The surgeon coordinates final implant uncovering and any abutment placement. Most consultations last 30 to 45 minutes. Bring a photo ID, insurance card, current medications, and a list of any allergies.

Hours, Location, and Parking

The practice is located in East Brainerd (off Gunbarrel Road). Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with Friday reserved for follow-ups and minor adjustments. Parking is available in the office lot. For the most current hours, especially if you are scheduling outside these ranges or during holidays, call ahead to confirm.

Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga fills a common need for Chattanooga patients: direct access to implant placement and surgical extraction without referral delays or teaching-clinic logistics. For straightforward cases requiring quick scheduling and efficient, focused surgical care, it is the practical choice.