Tooth Extractions – Farmington, CT
Get Rid of What Ails You
It’s the goal of every dentist to preserve as many of their clients teeth as possible, but in some circumstances, it may seem like one of yours is doing you more harm than good. Whether you have a toothache that just won’t seem to fade or one of your pearly whites hasn’t sprouted properly, you might rather just get rid of the tooth rather than try and save it.
If you live near Farmington, CT, a tooth extraction from BPS Periodontics can get rid of what ails you. If you’re in need of help, give us a call and we’ll be happy to talk to you.
Why Choose BPS Periodontics For Tooth Extractions?
- 2 Board-Certified Periodontists on Staff
- Sedation Available for the Comfort of our Patients
- Patients Dental Team Who Will Listen to you Needs
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
As we hinted at previously, tooth extractions are typically the last resort for patients. However, there are some cases where they are absolutely invaluable. For example, there are instances where there is severe damage to the tooth, like decay that can’t necessarily be remedied by a root canal or filling. However, there are some teeth that need to be removed in order to make subsequent treatment easier, like if crowded teeth are being treated via orthodontics, or if you’re getting a full denture.
Some teeth also aren’t destined for success, becoming impacted before they can emerge completely. In such cases, it may be a good idea to remove the tooth before they become impacted or push other teeth out of place.
The Process of Removing a Tooth
Before the procedure itself, we’ll talk to you at a consultation about what the procedure will entail and what aftercare will look like for you. We’ll also spend time on what you’d like to replace the tooth with once the treatment is done.
People are often intimidated by the process of a tooth extraction, but they shouldn’t be. Before the process your mouth is going be numbed completely, meaning that you can expect to be completely comfortable for the duration of the procedure.
Once this is done, your dentist will use a tool called an elevator to gently lift the tooth out of its socket, then dental forceps to actually wiggle it out of place.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
We’ll be sure to give you detailed instructions for how you can make aftercare easy when we meet you in person, and this advice will include instructions regarding the particular medications you’re taking, as well as any other details unique to you. However, here’s some general tips to keep in mind:
- Rest
- Take prescribed medications
- Rinse mouth with salt water (8oz warm water with half teaspoon of salt) after 24 hours to clean the site
- Avoid smoking
- Avoid drinking out of a straw
- Avoid strenuous exercise
- Prop up head with pillows while sleeping
Tooth Extraction FAQs
Does it hurt to have a tooth extracted?
At BPS Periodontics, our patients’ comfort is one of our utmost priorities. Whether you’re receiving a wisdom tooth extraction or traditional extraction, we’ll make sure to administer a local anesthetic to the area before operating to ensure you don’t feel any pain. If you’re receiving a more complex extraction, we also offer multiple different sedation methods to help you remain relaxed and calm while you’re in the treatment chair.
What’s the recovery process like for a tooth extraction?
What your recovery process looks like will depend on a number of factors, including whether you received dental sedation, the complexity of your treatment, and what type of tooth extraction you received. However, in most cases, patients make a complete recovery within about a week. We advise you to follow our post-operative instructions carefully, being sure to avoid drinking from a straw and keeping up with your oral hygiene routine. This will help prevent complications like post-op infections and dry socket.
Can I leave the space empty after a tooth extraction?
If you received a tooth extraction due to an oral health concern like an infection or severe dental damage, you’ll need to restore the tooth to prevent the surrounding ones from drifting out of place. It’s also a good idea to replace missing teeth to minimize your risk of future tooth loss. Fortunately, our team at BPS Periodontics can replace your missing tooth with a dental implant. This technique is the only tooth replacement solution that restores both the visible and hidden structures of your tooth (the roots), for natural-looking and highly functional results.
Can I smoke after having a tooth extracted?
We don’t recommend smoking after a tooth extraction or leading up to your procedure, as this could increase your risk for post-operative complications like dry socket. If you experience severe pain or see exposed bone in the extraction site following your procedure, call our team immediately.
How should I prepare for a tooth extraction?
Before your procedure, our team will provide you with pre-op instructions to help you prepare. We also welcome any questions or concerns you may have, like what to bring, whether you can eat the morning of, etc. Typically, we advise our patients to stick with just water on the morning of the procedure, and in some cases, you may need to pick up post-operative medications or sedation before your appointment. It’s also important to have a trusted friend or family member prepared to drive you to and from your appointment.
