Tooth Extractions in test Edmonton, AB
Tooth Extractions Near You
What is a Tooth Extraction?
Extracting teeth is the removal of a tooth from your mouth. Our dentist will gently take the tooth out of the bone that holds it in place. This is done when a tooth cannot be salvaged or repaired.
We do two types of tooth extractions:
Simple Extraction:
That is when the tooth is visible in your mouth. Our dentist pushes the tooth back and forth with special tools until it is removed.
Gum disease:
This is used for teeth that are more difficult to remove. The tooth is sometimes broken or is still under the gum. Our dentist might have to cut a little of the gum in order to reach the tooth.
Why Do People Need Tooth Extractions?
Severe tooth decay
A cavity is so large that it cannot be corrected using a filling or a crown
Gum disease:
When the bone and the gums surrounding the tooth are excessively damaged.
Overcrowded teeth:
When you do not have room in your mouth to fit all your teeth.
Broken tooth:
A tooth that has been broken or cracked and cannot be repaired.
Wisdom teeth issues:
When wisdom teeth cause pain or start pressing on other teeth.
Before braces:
Sometimes teeth are extracted to create space for straightening.
What Happens During Your Visit For a Tooth Extraction?
Before we begin, our dentist will examine your tooth and take X-rays. This allows us to see the tooth and the surrounding bone.
During the tooth extractions in Edmonton, AB:
We administer numbing medication so you won't feel pain.
Our dentist uses special dental instruments to loosen the tooth.
The tooth is removed from the socket, and we clean the area.
We might place stitches in the area.
You bite on gauze to help stop any bleeding.
After Your Tooth Extraction
Bite on gauze for 30 minutes to prevent bleeding.
Don't use a straw for 24 hours.
Eat soft foods such as soup and mashed potatoes.
Don't smoke or drink alcohol.
Take pain medication as our dentist instructs.
Keep the area clean.
Rest for the first day.