Service Overview
Tooth extractions are sometimes necessary to protect your overall oral health. This procedure involves removing a tooth that is damaged, decayed, or causing crowding. Depending on the condition and position of the tooth, your dentist will perform either a simple extraction or a more involved surgical extraction.
We take great care to ensure your comfort throughout the process and always offer guidance to facilitate a smooth recovery.
When It’s Needed
- Severely decayed or broken teeth beyond repair
- Wisdom teeth causing pain, infection, or misalignment
- Teeth affected by advanced gum disease
- Overcrowded teeth requiring space for orthodontic treatment
- Impacted teeth stuck beneath the gum or bone
Types of Extractions
- Simple Extraction: Performed on visible teeth using gentle loosening and removal techniques under local anesthesia.
- Surgical Extraction: Required when the tooth is broken at the gumline, impacted, or not fully erupted. May involve small incisions and careful sectioning of the tooth.
Your Experience
- Thorough consultation with digital imaging (if needed)
- Local anesthesia to ensure a pain-free procedure
- Gentle removal of the tooth using appropriate tools
- Stitches (if surgical) and detailed aftercare instructions
- Follow-up guidance for healing and next steps (e.g., implants, bridge)
Recovery & Aftercare
- Bite down gently on gauze to control bleeding
- Use cold compresses to reduce swelling
- Eat soft foods and avoid straws for 24 hours
- Take prescribed medications or pain relief as directed
- Return for follow-up if needed
Long-Term Benefits
- Relief from pain and infection
- Better alignment and spacing for remaining teeth
- Protects overall oral health
- Clears the way for future restorations or orthodontics