Tooth Extraction
What Is Tooth Extraction?
Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth to improve oral health and function. Dentists often perform extractions to remove wisdom teeth. However, it is not just teens who may need extractions. It can be the right dentistry procedure to remedy a number of dental issues well into adulthood. You may need a tooth extraction to prevent infection, stop pain, prepare for desired dental procedures, and more.
Why Might Teeth Need to Be Removed?
Broken Beyond Repair
We offer many procedures that can bring a tooth back from the brink. However, in certain cases it is best to simply remove a significantly damaged tooth with extraction.
Severely Decayed
Untreated tooth decay can cause serious infection. If the decay occurs below the gum line, extraction may be the only solution to stop the spread of harmful bacteria.
Overcrowded
There may not be enough room in your jaw to properly accommodate all of your teeth. This can have negative effects on your smile and health, while preventing any tooth nearby from coming in properly.
Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth that do not grow in correctly cause a host of problems. These can include overcrowding, infection, and damage to roots and bones. They are also difficult to keep clean.
Remaining Baby Teeth
Sometimes our first teeth refuse to leave on their own. A baby tooth can block adult teeth from coming in naturally.
Prepare Dental Implants
If you and your dentist decide on dental implants to replace a severely compromised tooth, a tooth extraction will be required prior to proceeding with the dental implants.
What Can Happen If I Put Off Pulling a Tooth?
Leaving teeth in your mouth that should be removed puts you at an increased risk of infection. Gum swelling, oral soreness, and persistent pain in the mouth can all be signs you need a tooth extraction to restore your oral health and relieve discomfort.
By taking care of the problem now, you can immediately begin moving towards a healthier mouth. Our San Antonio, TX, team can conduct a thorough exam to determine if an extraction is the correct dental procedure for you. If so, Dr. Perry can provide virtually painless treatment.
To request a consultation and have any of your questions answered, fill out our contact form or give us a call. Your smile will thank you as soon as you come into our San Antonio office.
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How Can I Replace My Tooth?
River City Dental Solutions offers many options for replacing one or more extracted teeth, including implant-supported crowns, traditional bridges, partial dentures, and more. Dr. Perry can discuss the best option for your unique case during a consultation.
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rita solomon
2021
Really took care of me and explained everything so patiently. They honestly made getting my tooth extracted a walk in the park.
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2021
No pain, but plenty of gain! Seriously, I didn't feel a thing!
View on GoogleTooth Extraction Process
No dentist or oral surgeon should push you to pull a tooth. If we agree that extraction is the right way forward, your dentist will conduct either a simple or surgical extraction.
Simple Extraction
Your dentist will administer a local anesthetic to the treatment area so it will be numb during the procedure. Then, they will use dental instruments to gently shift the tooth back and forth to loosen it. At this point, forceps will be used to raise the tooth up and out of your mouth. Finally, your dentist will apply gauze to the tooth area, controlling bleeding and creating the blood clot necessary to promote a healthy recovery.
Surgical Extraction
Your dentist or oral surgeon may recommend anesthesia to help you achieve deep relaxation throughout the procedure. Your dentist will incise any tissue necessary and may separate the tooth into smaller pieces. They will then complete the tooth extraction. Afterwards, they will suture the area shut and will ask you to bite down on gauze. This final step helps create the blood clot which protects your teeth and bones.
Potential Risks
Any medical procedure carries some potential risk. Although rare, the most common risk associated with tooth extraction is dry socket. Dry socket can be caused if the blood clot is dislodged during your healing process. This is why we stress that you follow our recovery recommendations. If this problem does arise, we have all the skill and experience necessary to take care of it.
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2020
I love Dr. Perry!! Thank you so much! He is the best Dentist ever. So much knowledge. After looking for a dentist I found them and I love them! The staff is so incredible and helpful. You will love them too :-)
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2020
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