Oral Surgery & Sedation

Nitrous Oxide Sedation (Laughing Gas)

Nitrous oxide sedation—often called laughing gas—is a safe, inhaled sedative that helps you feel calm and relaxed during dental treatment. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, WA, it eases anxiety and discomfort while keeping you awake and aware, then wears off within minutes so you can usually drive yourself home afterward.

Sedation Dentistry (Oral Sedation)

Oral sedation dentistry uses a prescribed pill taken before your visit to help you feel deeply calm and drowsy while staying responsive during treatment. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, WA, it lets anxious patients complete cleanings, fillings, and oral surgery comfortably—often with little memory of the appointment afterward.

Gum Grafting

A free gingival graft (FGG) is a periodontal procedure that rebuilds a band of thick, durable gum tissue where gums have thinned or pulled back. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, WA, it can protect exposed roots, reduce sensitivity, and give teeth a stable, healthier foundation for years to come.

Frenectomy (Tongue-Tie & Lip-Tie)

A frenectomy is a quick, minor procedure that releases a tight band of tissue restricting the tongue or lip. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, WA, we perform comfortable, precise frenectomies for infants, children, and adults to improve feeding, speech, oral hygiene, and overall comfort—often in a single short visit.

Tori Removal

Tori removal is a minor oral surgery that smooths away benign bony growths in the mouth—called tori or exostoses—when they interfere with eating, speaking, denture fit, or oral hygiene. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, WA, our team removes tori using careful surgical technique and sedation options tailored to your comfort and long-term oral health.

Full-Mouth Extractions

Full-mouth extractions remove all remaining teeth in one carefully planned treatment, usually when teeth are too damaged by decay, gum disease, or infection to save. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, our team combines gentle oral surgery, sedation options, and a clear tooth-replacement plan so you can move toward a healthier, more comfortable smile with confidence.

Tooth Extractions (Simple & Surgical)

A surgical tooth extraction removes a tooth that cannot be lifted out simply—because it is impacted, broken at the gumline, or has curved roots. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, our team combines careful planning, imaging, and comfort-focused sedation options to make even complex removals calm, controlled, and straightforward.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth removal is a common oral surgery procedure that extracts the third molars when they crowd, impact, or threaten nearby teeth. At Down To Earth Dental in Tacoma, WA, our team uses careful planning and comfort-focused sedation options to make the experience smooth, safe, and reassuringly straightforward.