# Southern Surgical Arts - Dental Implant Experts

> Full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery practice serving East Texas, with offices in Tyler, Palestine, and Lindale. Established in 2012 and led by board-certified oral surgeons Dr. Charles Stone, Jr, DDS; Dr. Brian Stone, DDS, MD; and Dr. Wade Barker, DDS, MD. The practice specializes in dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, full-arch reconstruction, and corrective jaw surgery.

This index compiles critical surgical procedures, detailed patient instructions, pre-operative protocols, recovery guidelines, and office directories for Southern Surgical Arts.

## Core Surgical Procedures

- [Dental Implants](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/): Permanent, natural-looking tooth replacements placed surgically to preserve jawbone density and restore complete oral function.
- [Wisdom Teeth Removal](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/wisdom-teeth-removal-tyler-tx/): Preventative and surgical extraction of third molars to prevent shifting, infection, and neighboring tooth damage.
- [Full-Arch Restoration](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/full-arch-restoration-tyler-tx/): Advanced full-arch dental rehabilitation securing complete prosthetic arches using as few as four dental implants.
- [Corrective Jaw Surgery](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/corrective-jaw-surgery-tyler-tx/): Orthognathic surgery to address severe jaw misalignments, improving bite function, breathing, speaking, and facial structure.
- [Bone Grafting](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/): Specialized bone volume restoration and sinus lifts to build a secure foundation for subsequent dental implant placement.
- [Tooth Extractions](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/): Safe removal of decayed, crowded, or severely damaged teeth with immediate socket preservation options.
- [Facial Trauma Care](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/facial-trauma-tyler-tx/): Reconstructive and emergency management for facial fractures, dental injuries, and lacerations.
- [Oral Pathology](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/): Diagnostic assessment, monitoring, and biopsy of lesions, cysts, or abnormal tissue in the oral cavity.
- [TMJ Disorders & Joint Therapy](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/): Comprehensive treatment pathways to manage jaw clicking, lockjaw, and chronic jaw-joint pain.
- [Stem Cell Banking](https://ssatyler.com/procedure/): Certified harvesting and storage of healthy stem cells extracted from wisdom teeth for future medical applications.

## Patient Care & Recovery Instructions

- [General Post-Operative Instructions](https://ssatyler.com/instructions/post-operative-instructions/): Complete home care guidelines detailing bleeding control, ice application protocols, swelling timelines, soft food diet limitations, and oral hygiene steps.
- [Post-Op Bone Grafting & Sinus Lifts](https://ssatyler.com/instructions/post-operative-instructions-bone-grafting-sinus-lift/): Crucial warnings for sinus healing (no nose-blowing, open-mouth sneezing restrictions, and avoiding straws or smoking).
- [Post-Op Tooth Extractions](https://ssatyler.com/instructions/post-operative-instructions-extractions/): Instructions on maintaining blood clots, avoiding dry sockets, and implementing safe saltwater rinses and gentle syringe irrigation.
- [Post-Op Biopsy Recovery](https://ssatyler.com/instructions/post-operative-instructions-biopsy/): Focused instructions for caring for biopsy wounds, suture management, and managing soft diets.
- [Post-Op Arthrocentesis Care](https://ssatyler.com/instructions/post-operative-instructions-arthrocentesis/): Specific rules for jaw joint therapies, detailing prescribed head-elevation rules, warm-up exercises, and restricted movement practices.

## Office Locations & Contact Information

All offices utilize low-radiation digital 3D panoramic imaging and offer safe, personalized IV sedation and general anesthesia options.

### Tyler Office
- **Address**: 2550 Elkton Trail, Tyler, TX 75703
- **Phone**: (903) 534-1414
- **Hours**: Mon, Tue, Thu: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wed: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Fri: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- **Location Page**: [Oral Surgery in Tyler, TX](https://ssatyler.com/locations/oral-surgery-tyler-tx/)

### Palestine Office
- **Address**: 1721 S Sycamore St, Palestine, TX 75801
- **Hours**: Mon – Thu: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

### Lindale Office
- **Address**: 1109 S Main St, Lindale, TX 75771
- **Hours**: Mon – Thu: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

### Clinical Portals
- [About Our Practice](https://ssatyler.com/our-oral-surgery-practice-tyler-tx/)
- [Patient Testimonials & Reviews](https://ssatyler.com/testimonial/)