In some cases, completely removing a tooth may be the best thing for your overall health. Teeth may need to be extracted for a variety of reasons, including infection, decay or trauma. Your teeth might even simply just be too big and cause overcrowding! So even when we do our best to keep our dental hygiene in top form every day, the unexpected is always a possibility. 

That’s where 425 Dental comes in. Our expert team will work with you to closely examine your situation. Every effort will be made to find an option that will save your natural tooth, but should extractinon be necessary you’ll know you’re in good hands. 

The Process

Extractions can be tricky, since every single case is largely unique. That’s why your extraction will be handled by an oral surgeon – a specialist who excels in procedures involving the mouth. But there’s no need to make your way to another office – 425 Dental hosts a variety of dental specialists so all of your needs can be addressed under one roof. 

Your oral surgeon will closely examine your situation and determine the best way to extract your tooth. The 425 Dental team will ensure you’re sufficiently numbed to keep the whole procedure as painless as possible. Those with anxiety or who are unable to make it through the procedure for whatever reason may benefit from advanced sedation techniques. Once ready, the oral surgeon will lift your tooth out of place using specialized tools.

Recovery

In the short-term, 425 Dental will provide detailed instructions for how to care for your mouth while you heal from the extraction. Prescriptions can be filled out to ease any lingering pain during your recovery. 

For the long-term, 425 Dental is well equipped to help you decide on an appropriate method to restore your smile to former glory. We strive to keep your mouth happy and healthy, and restoring your smile following an extraction is among the things we do best. Check out our page on Implants to learn more!