Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Norwalk, CT
Advanced surgical care. Right here in your dental home.
Wisdom teeth, dental implants, bone grafting and anesthesia care with board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Sung Han.
Serving patients in Norwalk and throughout Fairfield County.
Meet Dr. Sung Han
Dr. Sung Han, DMD
Board-Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Han provides surgical care ranging from tooth removal and wisdom teeth to dental implants, bone grafting and complex implant treatment. His oral and maxillofacial surgery training also included hospital-based anesthesia experience.
- Diplomate, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Training, Montefiore Medical Center
- DMD, Harvard School of Dental Medicine
- Member, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Surgical Care Provided Here
Implants & Reconstruction
Dental Implants
Single-tooth to more complex implant-supported treatment, planned with your restorative dentist.
Dental Implants →Bone Grafting
Preserving or rebuilding bone when it is needed for healing or future implants.
Bone Grafting →Full-Arch / Teeth-in-a-Day
Fixed implant teeth for a failing or missing arch, with temporary teeth on surgery day when appropriate.
Full-Arch Implants →Tooth & Dentoalveolar Surgery
Wisdom Teeth
Evaluation and removal of impacted, symptomatic or problematic third molars.
Wisdom Teeth →Tooth Extractions
Routine and surgical extraction of teeth that cannot predictably be restored.
Tooth Extractions →Exposure of Impacted Teeth
Uncovering impacted canines so Dr. Kim can guide them into place.
Exposure of Impacted Teeth →Frenectomy
Release of a tight tongue, lip or cheek attachment that limits movement or pulls on the gums.
Frenectomy →Diagnosis & Advanced Surgical Care
Jaw Surgery / Orthognathic
Evaluation and coordinated planning for significant jaw discrepancies.
Jaw Surgery →Oral Pathology / Biopsies
Evaluation of sores, lumps and tissue changes, with a biopsy when a diagnosis is needed.
Oral Pathology →Cone Beam CT – 3D Imaging
Three-dimensional imaging, used when clinically appropriate for planning.
3D Imaging →Anesthesia & Comfort
IV Sedation & Anesthesia
Anesthesia options tailored to the procedure, medical history and the individual patient.
IV Sedation and Anesthesia →EXPAREL® Pain Relief
A long-acting numbing medicine placed at the surgical site to help relieve pain after surgery.
EXPAREL® →Specialized Surgical Training
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons complete additional hospital-based training after dental school. That training covers impacted teeth, surgical extractions, implant surgery, bone grafting, anesthesia and perioperative patient management.
It is additional training for a particular kind of work, not a comment on general dentists, who handle a great deal of surgical care well. What it means practically is that more involved cases can be managed here rather than referred elsewhere.
Implant Surgery and Restorative Dentistry, Planned Together
Dental implant treatment involves two parts: the surgical placement of the implant, and the final tooth or prosthesis that attaches to it.
Dr. Han coordinates surgical planning directly with the restorative dentists responsible for the final crown, bridge or full-arch restoration. Planning both phases together helps ensure the implant position supports the final dental result.
Consultation and Imaging
Dr. Han reviews your history, examines the area and obtains appropriate imaging when clinically indicated.
Surgical Planning
The surgical plan is made with the final restoration in mind, alongside the restorative dentist.
Implant Placement
The implant is placed surgically, with the anesthesia approach agreed in advance.
Healing
Healing time varies with implant stability, bone quality, any grafting and your individual plan.
Final Restoration
The restorative dentist completes the crown, bridge or full-arch prosthesis.
Long-Term Maintenance
Implants are reviewed at routine visits alongside the rest of your dental care.
Orthodontics and Oral Surgery, Coordinated When Needed
From teeth that have not come in to a tight lip attachment that holds the front teeth apart, these cases are planned together with orthodontist Dr. May Kim. Surgical Orthodontics explains how.
Impacted and Unerupted Teeth
Dr. Han can surgically expose an impacted canine or any tooth that has not come through, while Dr. May Kim guides it into position.
Exposure of Impacted Teeth →Orthodontic Extractions
When removal is part of an orthodontic plan, timing is coordinated between both teams.
Tooth Extractions →Frenectomy
A high lip attachment (frenum) can keep the upper front teeth apart. When closing a gap is part of the plan, Dr. Han can release the frenum and Dr. Kim can close the space, with the timing planned together.
Frenectomy →Jaw and Skeletal Evaluation
Patients with significant jaw discrepancies can receive coordinated evaluation when appropriate.
Jaw Surgery →Anesthesia Is Part of Oral Surgery Training
Anesthesia is a core part of Dr. Han’s surgical training and more than a decade of practice. Before recommending sedation, he reviews your medical history, medications, the planned procedure and your individual risk factors.
What Happens at an Oral Surgery Consultation?
Medical and Dental History
Review of medications, medical conditions, allergies and previous dental treatment.
Examination
Evaluation of the teeth, gums, jaws and the area of concern.
Imaging
Review of existing imaging, or appropriate X-rays obtained when clinically indicated.
Diagnosis and Options
Whether treatment is necessary, and the approaches available for your situation.
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia, sedation or another approach depending on the procedure and your needs.
Insurance and Scheduling
Estimated fees, insurance benefits and scheduling the procedure.
Oral Surgery FAQ
No. You can contact us directly for an oral surgery consultation, and we also welcome referrals from other dental offices.
Dr. Han is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, which involves examination beyond his formal surgical training.
It depends on the procedure, your medical history and what is appropriate for you. Dr. Han discusses the anesthesia options at the consultation rather than assuming one approach.
Yes. Surgical care here is planned alongside your restorative and preventive treatment rather than replacing it.
That depends on the procedure and anesthesia plan. You will be given specific instructions in advance, including anything about eating, medications or arranging a ride.
Ready to Talk It Through?
Book a consultation and we will go over your options.