Posted by Mayank Sharma 2023-10-30
At SoCal Prime Dentistry, a tooth may be extracted for several reasons, including severe decay or infection. When a tooth is beyond repair, it may need to be removed to prevent the spread of infection and disease. Your dentist may recommend an extraction if your tooth is too damaged to be repaired with a crown or other restorative treatment.
The tooth extraction procedure begins with your dentist administering a local anesthetic to numb the area. Once you’re comfortable, the dentist will loosen the tooth with an elevator instrument. Then, they will use forceps to remove the tooth from its socket. Once the tooth is removed, the dentist may suture the gums to promote healing.
After the procedure, you may experience some discomfort and swelling around the surgical site. However, this should subside within a few days. Follow all aftercare instructions your dentist provides to ensure a smooth recovery.
A simple tooth extraction is when the tooth is visible above the gum line. Our dentist in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, will use forceps to grasp the tooth and gently rock it back and forth to loosen it from the socket. Then, they will pull the tooth out. This type of extraction can be performed on baby teeth as well as adult teeth.
A surgical tooth extraction is necessary when a tooth has broken off at the gum line or has not erupted. This can happen with wisdom teeth or other teeth as well. For this procedure, the dentist will make an incision in the gum tissue to expose the tooth and bone. They will then remove the bone around the tooth before extracting the tooth. Sometimes, the dentist may need to remove some surrounding bone to extract the tooth.
If you're experiencing tooth-related issues or considering tooth extraction, contact SoCal Prime Dentistry at 22032 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, 92688, or call (949) 713-1606. Our dentist will be able to determine if extraction is necessary and recommend the best course of treatment for you.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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