Tooth Extraction Services
Although we work hard to maintain our teeth, there are some instances when the removal of a tooth can help prevent damage or infection from spreading to other areas of the mouth. In these cases, teeth are extracted by a dentist or oral surgeon.
The Process for the Removal of a Tooth
Removing a tooth or multiple teeth typically takes several steps. After numbing the area with a local anesthetic or providing general anesthetic, the dentist will make an incision in the surrounding gums to expose the tooth and bone. Any bone that blocks access to the tooth’s root will be removed. Then, the tooth will be removed.
In some cases, a tooth may need to be broken apart and removed in pieces. Once the extraction site is fully cleaned out, the dentist may apply sutures to the wound (typically dissolvable) and place gauze over the area to control bleeding and promote the formation of a blood clot.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
The wisdom teeth are located at the back corners of your mouth and are the last of the permanent teeth to erupt. They typically develop later in adolescence or early in adulthood.
Often, wisdom teeth do not have ample room to develop normally. This can result in several outcomes, including pain and discomfort, and impacts to nearby teeth, infection and tooth decay, gum disease or periodontal disease, or the development of a cyst (a fluid-filled sac) around the affected wisdom tooth or teeth.
Your dentist may recommend that you have one, several, or all of your wisdom teeth removed. This will depend on several factors, including where and how each tooth erupts and whether they cause problems. In some cases, a dentist will recommend preventative removal before any issues develop.
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