TOOTH EXTRACTION
TOOTH EXTRACTION IS THE LAST RESORT IF A TOOTH CANNOT BE SAVED
TOOTH REMOVAL IN MISSISSAUGA
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TOOTH REMOVAL
Our dentists in Mississauga always try to save your natural teeth. However, every tooth cannot be saved. One of your teeth may need to be removed (extracted) because of disease, trauma (injury) or crowding.
Tooth extraction is a general dentistry procedure performed for a variety of reasons, whether it’s to remove wisdom teeth or to provide room for other teeth. Tooth extraction is a quick procedure with either local, general, intravenous anesthesia, or a combination. If you are experiencing pain and discomfort due to an infected tooth, a wisdom tooth, or simply need to make space for teeth to shift into place, our expert dentists can help you find immediate relief.
We at Dunwin Dental do simple and surgical teeth extractions in-house. We strongly recommend that you replace the extracted tooth with a bridge, an implant or a denture so that you can maintain eating function and your mouth structure.
Wo offer bone grafting after a tooth extraction because after a tooth a lost or extracted, the bone around the tooth will shrink. Bone grafting can help preserve the jaw bone so that an implant or a bridge will work better.
In the meantime, here is some more information regarding what is involved in a tooth extraction:
WHY EXTRACT A TOOTH?
THE TOOTH REMOVAL (EXTRACTION) PROCESS AND WHAT TO EXPECT
1st Appointment
During your first consultation at our dental office, the dentist will take an x-ray of your mouth and discuss your medical history. They may prescribe you antibiotics in the days leading up to the procedure if you have an infection or a specific medical condition.
Surgical Extraction Appointment
On the day of your dental extraction appointment, remember to:
On the day of your tooth extraction appointment, we will talk you through the process. To ensure that you are comfortable and relaxed, you will receive a local anesthetic or IV sedation. Following the extraction, you will receive aftercare instructions as well as a follow-up appointment date if necessary.
Follow-up Appointment
Your follow-up appointment will give the dentist an opportunity to check the dental extraction site and ensure there are no complications or infections. However, if you do experience any severe pain or discomfort before your follow-up appointment, contact your dentist immediately.
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TOOTH EXTRACTION AFTERCARE
With the exception of trouble-making wisdom teeth, your extracted tooth should be replaced to restore your eating and speaking functions and your smile. Please refer to Restorative Dentistry section of this website for your options including dental implants, dental bridges and dentures.
RECOVERING FROM A TOOTH EXTRACTION
The following video briefly explains how to recover from your extraction:
If you are experiencing a dental problem, please contact our dental office in Mississauga. Our dentist will try to save your natural tooth. Alternatively, she may recommend tooth removal if your tooth cannot be saved and explain the treatment options available to you.