Complicated Cases & Facial Injury Treatment in Avondale & Logan Square, IL

Many dental treatments can be performed by a general dentist, but complicated cases are often referred to an oral surgeon for consultation. Complications can arise if a tooth is impacted and needs to be extracted, or if trauma has damaged the face and jaw. An oral surgeon ensures your comfort before, during, and after the dental services are completed.

FACIAL TRAUMA

Sometimes, the most traumatic aspect after an accident is the concern about your appearance. Facial trauma can lead to lifelong problems and is a complex part of your body to reconstruct. Our team at Arbor View is fully equipped and ready to help you to restore your smile, function, and personal confidence!

A surgeon working on facial trauma cases not only needs to be experienced with emergency care, but it is also important to consider long-term rehabilitation and reconstruction. Depending on the injury, a surgical plan will include treatments for everything from lacerations to fractured bones and knocked out teeth. Both bone and soft tissue treatments need to be paired for functionality and aesthetics.

RECOVERY AFTER ORAL SURGERY

Choosing an experienced oral surgeon reduces the likelihood that complications will occur after the surgery. But there is some risk involved with any surgery, which is why you should follow Dr. Jason’s recommendations for recovery after oral surgery.

Most people have pain and swelling after oral surgery, which can be treated with pain medication and ice packs to manage the swelling. If you suspect that you are experiencing complications after oral surgery, then it is essential that you contact our office right away to see if further treatment is required.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. I experienced facial trauma, what do I do?

Facial trauma can cause long-term damage to your teeth and gums. It is important to schedule a dental emergency appointment right away. Our dental team provides immediate treatment options.

2. How quickly do I need to come in after an emergency?

Don’t delay dental services after an emergency. Call us as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for emergency treatment. We offer a flexible schedule to accommodate immediate requests.

3. Where should I go if I have a jaw fracture?

If the jaw is fractured, it is best to visit a dentist specializing in oral surgery. Contact our team to schedule an emergency appointment. We use digital imaging equipment and modern treatments.

Direct from the land of smiling faces

Jason Schrotenboer DDS MD
/ SKROH-ten-BOR /

We call him Dr. Jason, who was raised in the Holland area of Michigan — voted one of the happiest places in the U.S. (Maybe it’s the tulips, maybe the micro-breweries?)

Now, a transplant to Chicago, he’s in his happy place when he’s working with patients. His early experience as an oral surgery patient guided his future career path with his then surgeon-turned-mentor (a Northwestern trained surgeon, in fact!).

Today, that experience has groomed his practice and patient interactions. “Being a surgical patient has given me an advantageous perspective on being a surgeon. There’s so much more to providing care than textbook learning and technical training.” This early experience combined with his broad range of training, works to make your care more seamless and stress-free. Referring doctors and patients alike trust his reassuring demeanor and broad-scope training for treating conditions of the mouth, jaw, face and neck.

TWO RIVAL SCHOOLS. ONE COLLABORATIVE SURGEON.

TWO RIVAL SCHOOLS.
ONE COLLABORATIVE SURGEON.

6 years of medical school and residency at the University of Michigan.

4 years at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

4 years at Michigan State University.

You come out learning a lot about collaborating with all sides. That combined with Dr. Jason’s early patient perspective gives him a unique 360° view of oral surgery. Together with you, your dentist, surgeon and other medical specialists, we’ll help design the best approach for your care.

DOCTOR OF MEDICINE – MD

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY

DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY – DDS

SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – BS

HUMAN BIOLOGY

CARE ACROSS THE SPECTRUM. SMILES ACROSS THE MILES.

CARE ACROSS THE SPECTRUM.
SMILES ACROSS THE MILES.

Your smile. It means everything to you and to us. Not only what it looks like, but what’s behind it.
The feeling of confidence and satisfaction. A smile that says you’re comfortable and cared for.
That’s what our practice is all about.

As an oral surgeon, who’s also been an oral surgery patient with 11 implants at age 18, Dr. Jason brings a unique perspective and comprehensive expertise to his practice. From simple things, like free, onsite parking to the big things like ensuring your procedure goes smoothly, we’re dedicated to getting you back to the things in life that make you happy.

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