# The Regional Center for Dental Implants & Oral Surgery

> The longest established, locally owned oral surgery practice in Northeast Tennessee, serving Western North Carolina and the Johnson City Metropolitan area. Led by board-certified oral surgeon Dr. Matthew Sherban, DMD, the state-of-the-art practice offers comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgery, advanced dental restorations, and select facial cosmetic procedures.

This file provides a curated index of the primary oral surgery procedures, anesthesia guidelines, patient recovery instructions, and clinical contact details for The Regional Center.

## Core Surgical Procedures

- [Dental Implants](https://theregionalcenter.com/procedures/tooth-extractions/): Biocompatible titanium implant posts that fuse with the jawbone to create a permanent, natural-looking foundation for prosthetic teeth.
- [Wisdom Teeth Removal](https://theregionalcenter.com/procedures/wisdom-teeth-removal-johnson-city-tn/): Surgical extraction of impacted or poorly positioned third molars utilizing advanced 3D scanning to prevent pain, alignment shifting, and infections.
- [Full-Arch Restoration](https://theregionalcenter.com/): Fixed, full-arch prosthetic replacement solutions to completely rehabilitate a patient's smile and jaw structure.
- [Tooth Extractions](https://theregionalcenter.com/procedures/tooth-extractions/): Safe extraction of severely broken or decayed teeth, with integrated options for socket preservation and bone grafting.
- [Bone Grafting & Socket Preservation](https://theregionalcenter.com/procedures/tooth-extractions/): Clinical placement of bone grafting material following tooth loss to minimize bone degradation and prepare the jaw for future implants.
- [Pre-Prosthetic Surgery](https://theregionalcenter.com/procedures/): Surgical reshaping of the bony ridges and gum tissue to ensure an optimal, secure fit for removable dentures.

## Surgical Instructions & Care Guidelines

- [Patient Instructions Portal](https://theregionalcenter.com/instructions/): Central directory for both pre-operative prep and detailed post-operative recovery instructions.
- [Pre-Operative Instructions & Anesthesia](https://theregionalcenter.com/instructions/before-anesthesia/): Essential safety guidelines for local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation. Includes mandatory 8-hour fasting rules prior to general anesthesia.
- [Post-Op Wisdom Teeth Recovery](https://theregionalcenter.com/instructions/post-operative-wisdom-teeth-removal/): Comprehensive recovery instructions highlighting bleeding control, cold compress applications for swelling, a soft food diet, and warm saltwater rinses.
- [Post-Op Dental Implants Care](https://theregionalcenter.com/instructions/post-operative-dental-implants/): Specific guidelines for preventing irritation to the implant wound, soft diet suggestions, and oral cleanliness rules.
- [Post-Op Full-Arch Restoration](https://theregionalcenter.com/instructions/post-operative-full-arch-restoration/): Care steps including a strictly soft diet (nothing harder than scrambled eggs) for designated months, syringe irrigation, and warnings against using electric flossing or Sonicare® devices during integration.
- [General Tooth Extraction Recovery](https://theregionalcenter.com/instructions/post-operative-tooth-extraction/): Direct instruction on biting on gauze packs, managing postoperative nausea, and avoiding smoking and spitting to prevent dry sockets.

## Clinic Profile & Office Location

- **Oral Surgeon**: Dr. Matthew Sherban, DMD (Board-Certified)
- **Office Address**: 1021 W Oakland Ave, Ste 109, Johnson City, TN 37604
- **Phone**: (423) 283-4555
- **General Inquiries**: info@theregionalcenter.com
- **Operating Hours**: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- **Online Resources**:
  - [Patient Registration Forms](https://theregionalcenter.com/)
  - [Doctor Referral Form](https://theregionalcenter.com/)
  - [Smiles for Veterans Program](https://theregionalcenter.com/veterans)