Dental extractions are one of the most common oral surgery procedures performed in a dental office. Many patients need their wisdom teeth extracted or have teeth with advanced decay and ones that have become so severely damaged due to injury or disease that they can no longer be saved. Tooth extraction is needed for many reasons and can be prevented in many ways. Typically when a tooth has been extracted, a dental implant or bridge will be used to replace the missing tooth. This is so that the remaining healthy teeth and bones are preserved.
It is not always easy to know when you need a tooth pulled, but it is sometimes necessary for the long-term health of your mouth and for your overall health and wellness needs. Certain teeth can be saved or repaired with root canal therapy, but this is not always possible.
Here are some reasons why you might need to have a tooth removed:
This is similar to tooth decay in that it is also caused by poor dental hygiene habits. When your teeth start building up plaque and tartar, your gums, bones, and tissue surrounding your teeth can become infected, leading to advanced periodontal disease and advanced gum disease. If severe enough, tooth extraction is recommended so that you can save the surrounding teeth and bone.
If you are in the position of needing to have a tooth extracted, you must know what the process entails. After a dental exam and a consultation with your dentist in Winchester, they will determine if a tooth removal is necessary or not. If extraction is required, then the steps involved depend on the severity of your situation.
For every case, you will be administered a numbing agent and/or a local anesthetic to minimize your pain and discomfort. The entire procedure is relatively quick, depending on the severity and how many teeth are being removed. Stitches are typically involved at the extraction site after the removal, and recovery from a regular tooth extraction can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.
We are here to help you with all of your dental needs. From routine cleanings and check-ups to cosmetic dentistry procedures like teeth whitening or veneers, we have the expertise and services available to meet your needs at every stage in life.
You can call our office today at (540) 596-5311 to schedule an appointment and get your dental health on the right track.