As you’d expect, qualified dentists always try to save your teeth when possible. Keeping a natural tooth is much better for oral health than losing one in an accident. That said, there are times when the white bits of a smile can’t be salvaged. Drs. Branco and Kim may suggest our tooth extractions in Reno for those situations. For more details on these procedures, please keep reading or visit us in person.
At our office, we never perform a tooth extraction lightly. This treatment is a last resort – a service done when there’s no other choice. In fact, our dentists would much rather save your teeth with root canals, dental crowns, and so on. Each natural tooth is the best tool for biting, chewing, and smiling.
Due to these facts, you’ll only need tooth extractions in dire cases. We may suggest one if you suffer from one (or more) of the following:
At your initial visit, we’ll assess your tooth to see how (and whether) we should extract it. The later removal will be simple or complex based on your needs.
We’ll do a simple extraction if the affected tooth is visible. For that approach, we simply remove said tooth after numbing the treatment site. The process uses forceps to rock your chomper back and forth until it separates from your gums.
If the affected tooth hasn’t fully erupted, we’ll give you a complex extraction instead. This removal makes an incision in your gums after numbing your mouth first. From there, our dental team divides and extracts the tooth in sections to reduce bone loss. We’ll then conclude by sewing up the incision.
Once either type of extraction is done, our dentists will plan how to replace your missing tooth. Getting a new one would ensure you don’t suffer long-term tooth loss.
Adult teeth aren’t designed for removal, so your mouth needs time to recover from the extraction process. The treatment site will feel sore during this period even as it heals. Luckily, our practice is here to guide you through the recovery process. Just remember to follow these post-op instructions:
You’ll heal up nicely if you use the tips above. Afterward, you can consider a range of tooth replacement options; a prosthetic would restore your smile, strengthen your bite, and more.
