ExtractionsinMountain View
We recognize that, despite our best efforts, it may be necessary to remove a tooth in order to safeguard your oral health. Our compassionate team employs cutting-edge methods to ensure that your tooth extraction is as comfortable and hassle-free as can be.
Keep your smile healthy
When is a tooth extraction necessary? You may want to say "never!" We strongly discourage that. Not removing infected teeth can worsen many dental problems. Infections can stem from various sources, such as an untreated cavity or a minor mouth injury. When the tooth's enamel wears away, the nearby gum tissue can become inflamed, leading to periodontal disease. Additionally, the tooth may eventually fall out, disrupting the alignment of your smile. If you're concerned about a tooth extraction, don't worry. We prioritize your comfort every step of the way through minor to deep sedation options and numbing the tooth. We also provide tooth replacement options so you don't have to worry about a gap in your smile.
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Advanced Periodontal Disease
If you see swelling or blood along your gum line, you could be experiencing advanced periodontal disease. Our main focus is on any teeth that could be causing harm to neighboring teeth by infecting your gums. Removing the infected tissue and enamel through a tooth extraction can help prevent this.
Broken Teeth
If a traumatic injury results in teeth becoming too heavily chipped or broken for dental bonding, the sharp edges could pose a threat to your gum health. In such cases, extraction may be required to prevent decay and preserve your smile.
Non-Impacted Wisdom Teeth
If your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, it could be necessary to have them extracted. Unless you're fortunate enough to have no problems with extra teeth, you could start to feel pain at the eruption site, have an uneven bite, loose teeth, and ultimately an impacted tooth. Get in touch with us promptly so we can extract the tooth before it leads to these issues.
The Extraction Process
Consultation
The initial stage involves a comprehensive consultation and examination. Digital x-rays and scans will be taken by your dentist to evaluate your tooth and the surrounding areas. We will talk about your medical background, worries, and sedation preferences. We will work together to develop a personalized treatment plan for the extraction of the tooth and a successful recovery.
Sedation & Anesthesia
In order to make sure you are comfortable, we will provide the type of sedation you prefer, such as laughing gas, oral medication, IV sedation, or in more complicated situations, general anesthesia. Additionally, your dentist will use a local anesthetic to numb the tooth and surrounding gum area. You should feel completely relaxed and comfortable during the procedure.
Gentle Tooth Removal
The tooth will be carefully removed by the doctor using specific tools, while ensuring the preservation of your jaw bone and gums. Sometimes, dissolvable stitches are used to close the area and aid in the healing process. This procedure is usually fast, often taking just a few minutes.
Recovery & Aftercare
Right after your procedure, we will give you thorough guidance on how to take care of the extraction site, handle any pain, and maintain cleanliness in the area. The majority of patients can resume work or school within one to two days. We will arrange a follow-up appointment to track your recovery and talk about possible tooth replacement choices, if needed.
FAQs
Have questions? Find answers here.
After having a tooth removed, you may want to explore tooth replacement choices to fill in any spaces and restore your smile's appearance. Except for cases like wisdom tooth extractions, there's a good chance that the procedure could leave your smile looking uneven. To address this, we provide a variety of dental implant and restorative dentistry options.
We provide a range of tooth replacement choices to fill any spaces, such as dental implants, bridges, and dentures. Occasionally, a temporary tooth may be placed while your permanent restoration is being crafted. We will go over your replacement alternatives before your extraction procedure.
The length of time it takes to recover depends on how complicated your situation is and how well your body heals. Generally, any pain and swelling should go down within a couple of days. We will give you specific directions for after the operation and ways to manage the pain. Typically, patients can go back to their regular routines within 48 to 72 hours.
While our dentists will take all safety precautions, it is still possible for harmful bacteria to enter the bloodstream or affect gum tissues and cause infection. If you have a condition that puts you at greater risk for infection, please let one of our dentists know so we can prescribe you antibiotics before and after extraction. If you have any of the following, you should especially advise our dentist team:
- Damaged or man-made heart valves
- Congenital heart defect
- Impaired immune system
- Liver disease
- Hip replacements and other artificial joints
- History of bacterial endocarditis
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