Tooth Extraction

Compassionate Care

At Salt and Smile Dental Co, we always work to save a damaged tooth, but sometimes our tooth extraction is the best choice to protect your oral health. Dr. Yaz only recommends removal when it’s truly necessary.

There are several reasons why tooth extraction might be the right option. A tooth may be severely damaged by trauma or infection, your smile could be overcrowded, or you may have medical conditions that make extraction the safest choice. Whatever the reason, Dr. Yaz takes a conservative approach and only removes a tooth when it’s the best way to preserve your overall oral health.

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Our Tooth Extraction Process

If Dr. Yaz determines that tooth extraction is the best option, he can complete it during a routine visit or scheduled appointment. The entire process only takes a few minutes.

Your teeth sit in the jawbone in areas called tooth sockets. The soft tissue in your mouth holds each tooth firmly in place, providing stability when you eat or speak.

The extraction begins with a local anesthetic to numb your mouth. Once you’re comfortable, Dr. Yaz gently rocks the tooth back and forth to loosen it in the socket. When it’s fully loosened, he removes the tooth. Most extractions are quick and straightforward.

What to Do After a Tooth Extraction

Rest and relax after your extraction. Your body will naturally form a blood clot at the site, which starts the healing process. Don’t disturb or dislodge this clot, as it’s essential for proper recovery.

Lightly rinse your mouth during the first 72 hours, but avoid rinsing vigorously, drinking alcohol, or brushing near the extraction site. Dr. Yaz will prescribe pain medication for your recovery. Take it as directed. If you experience pain or discomfort beyond what’s expected, contact our office right away.

You can resume your regular dental routine once your mouth feels comfortable. Most people fully recover within one to three weeks.

The Tooth Extraction Process

If Dr. Yaz determines that removing the tooth is the right option, he can complete the extraction during a routine visit or a scheduled appointment.

Each of your teeth sits in your jawbone in an area called the tooth socket. Your mouth’s soft tissue holds the tooth in the socket, providing stability when you’re eating or speaking.

The extraction begins with Dr. Yaz using a local anesthetic to numb your mouth. Once you’re feeling comfortable, he’ll start to gradually rock the tooth back and forth, loosening it in the socket. As soon as it’s unattached, we can remove the tooth. The entire process only takes a few minutes.

Replacing Extracted Teeth

Healthy teeth support each other by staying aligned in your mouth. When teeth are missing, your remaining teeth shift out of position, leading to bite problems and gum disease that can cause more teeth to be lost.

Replacing missing teeth quickly is essential. Whether your tooth was lost due to damage, decay, or extraction, dental implants are the ideal solution.

Dental implants protect your smile in two important ways: they hold your remaining teeth in place and stimulate healthy jawbone growth. No other restoration can do both. This makes implants the most effective way to preserve your oral health long-term.

Experience Our Comfortable Tooth Extraction Care

At Salt and Smile Dental Co, our tooth extraction process is designed with your comfort in mind. Dr. Yaz makes every extraction as comfortable as possible, allowing you to return to your normal activities quickly.

To learn more about extractions, dental implants, or any of our other dental services, call our office at 619.220.7475 today. We’ll ensure you receive the care that’s right for you.