Tooth Extractions White Marsh
Preserving Smiles by Removing Compromised Teeth
While smile preservation is our number one priority, there are some instances in which a tooth extraction in White Marsh is the best option to preserve the health and integrity of your natural smile. In these cases, our team will be sure to walk you through why we’re recommending this treatment as well as ways we can replace your extracted tooth to build your grin to be healthier than ever. If you want to learn more about this emergency dental treatment, then get in touch with us to schedule a same-day appointment or extraction consultation.
Why Choose Dental Designs of Maryland for Tooth Extractions?
- One-on-One Time with Your Dentist
- Same-Day Emergency Appointments
- Dental Implant Placement & Restoration
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
We typically recommend tooth extractions in White Marsh in the following situations:
- A tooth is impacted below the gumline
- There isn’t enough room in the mouth to undergo orthodontic treatment
- A tooth is severely decayed, beyond the ability to be repaired with a filling
- An infection has compromised the roots of the tooth
- A tooth has experienced reoccurring infections
- Gum disease has compromised the supportive structures of a tooth
- A tooth has been fractured or cracked and can’t be repaired
The Process of Removing a Tooth
There are two types of tooth extractions:
- A simple extraction: This type of extraction is used when the tooth in question has broken through the gumline, allowing us to rock it loose until it’s ready to be removed.
- A surgical extraction: In this case, we need to create a small incision in the gums to access the tooth. Then, we can carefully remove it section by section.
In both cases, the first step of the procedure is to numb your mouth thoroughly. That way, you don’t feel any discomfort as we work to remove the tooth.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
Following the procedure, it’s important that you:
- Avoid strenuous exercise, like running
- Change the gauze pads as needed
- Take prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Eat only extremely soft foods, like applesauce
- Brush and floss carefully around the extraction site
- Don’t use a straw, smoke, or spit
As the days go on, you should feel more and more like yourself again. If that’s not the case, then don’t hesitate to give us a call.