Tooth Extraction Specialist

What is tooth extraction?

Tooth extraction is a dental procedure to surgically remove baby or permanent teeth. They may recommend this service if you have teeth that are:

• Infected
• Decaying
• Painful
• Crowded
• Impacted

Your dentist might recommend tooth extraction if you have baby teeth that don’t fall out on their own in time for permanent tooth eruption or painful wisdom teeth that don’t have room to erupt correctly.

Is tooth extraction right for me?

To determine if you’re a candidate for tooth extraction at Dentistry For Midtown, your dentist reviews your oral health history and the results from your dental X-rays. They examine your teeth and gums and discuss your symptoms. 

Tooth extraction is a last resort, so if your dentist can save a decaying or infected tooth using a root canal, they try that first.

What happens during the procedure?

Before you undergo tooth extraction, your dentist numbs the treatment area and offers you medication to help you relax or fall asleep during the procedure. Then, they use specialized dental instruments to break apart targeted teeth and remove them from your mouth.

At the end of the procedure, your dentist might use stitches or place gauze in empty tooth sockets to stop any bleeding. They bring you to a recovery area to rest for a short time before allowing you to go home with a friend or family member.

What should I expect after tooth extraction?

After tooth extraction, your mouth may be a little bit sore for a few days. Get plenty of rest, take medications as directed, and avoid vigorously brushing your teeth. Don’t drink through a straw, eat hard foods, or complete intense exercise until your dentist gives you the OK. Attend follow-up visits with the Dentistry For Midtown team as needed.

When your mouth fully heals after tooth extraction, your dentist might recommend dental implants to fill in the empty gaps. They insert artificial tooth roots into your jawbone to anchor crowns, bridges, or dentures during this procedure.

Don’t live with painful, decaying, or crowded teeth when tooth extraction can offer you relief and make room for dental implants. Call the Dentistry For Midtown office to schedule an appointment or book one online today.