Tooth Extractions Justin
When the Final Option Is the Best One
One of our primary goals as your dental team is to help patients maintain their healthy, natural teeth for life. Unfortunately, though, situations can arise that leave damaged or decayed teeth unsavable, which means they must be removed. Although it is often the last option we will provide, it can sometimes be the best one, especially if your oral health is at risk. Keep reading to learn more about tooth extractions in Justin, or call us to schedule an appointment today.
Why Choose ForestLeaf Dental of Justin for Tooth Extractions?
- Same-Day, After-Hours & Weekend Emergency Appointments
- Dental Team Focused on Patient Comfort
- Family-Friendly Dentist Who Treats All Patients
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
At ForestLeaf Dental of Justin, we never recommend a tooth extraction unless it is for one of the following reasons:
- A child’s baby tooth will not fall out on its own, and the permanent tooth is trying to erupt
- A tooth is impacted beneath the gumline and poses a threat to nearby healthy teeth
- The tooth is severely decayed, and the infection can easily spread to other areas of the mouth
- The tooth is badly damaged because of facial trauma and cannot be saved with other forms of restorative care
- Advanced gum disease is causing a tooth to become loose
The Process of Removing a Tooth
There are actually two different types of tooth extractions. The first is a simple extraction. In this case, the tooth is rocked loose until it’s ready to be removed from the socket. If the tooth in question is trapped underneath, then a surgical extraction is needed instead. This requires a small incision to be made in the gums. Then, the tooth can be removed section by section. Rest assured, you won’t feel any discomfort in either case because the first step of the procedure is always the same: to numb your mouth.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
Following your tooth extraction in Justin, it’s important that you:
- Avoid strenuous exercise, like HIIT training
- Place a cold compress against the outside of your cheek in 10-minute intervals
- Take prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Eat only extremely soft foods, like plain yogurt and applesauce
- Change the gauze as needed
- Brush and floss carefully, especially around the extraction site
If you have any questions for us leading up to your tooth extraction or afterward, don’t hesitate to give us a call! After all, we’re here to make the entire process as smooth, simple, and stress-free as possible.