The better question might be: “When is it time to see the dentist?”
Your dentist can save a broken or deeply decayed tooth in many cases, provided you don’t wait too long to schedule an assessment. You might be making a mistake if you’re putting off care because you assume the tooth is beyond salvaging and dread extraction. You may be making yourself anxious over a tooth that needs little more than treatment and a dental crown.
When Your Tooth Cannot Be Saved
Signs you need an assessment or dental extraction in Rockville include:
- Tooth broken below the gumline
- Extensive damage or decay
- A loose tooth due to gum disease
- Encroaching or problematic wisdom teeth
- You choose extraction over treatment
If you have any of the above signs, or tooth pain and swelling, it is crucial to book a consultation with the dentist.
Remember, tooth extractions are not always due to irreparable damage. Your dentist may extract it due to overcrowding or as a pretreatment for tooth replacement or ClearCorrect® clear braces.
If you lose a tooth to damage or deep decay, discussing tooth replacement is essential.
Dental Extractions: What to Expect
Your comfort is our priority, and we promise a gentle and painless tooth extraction appointment. Your dentist uses powerful anesthesia to ensure a numb extraction site, and then we gently pull the tooth.
Some extractions are straightforward. Others are surgical. In either case, we’ll ensure your comfort.
Hours after the extraction, you’ll likely experience general soreness at the extraction site. An over-the-counter pain reliever should be sufficient.
Additionally, your dentist provides aftercare instructions to ensure a seamless recovery. The instructions cover how to rinse the mouth properly and what not to do for the first few days—for example, stick to a soft diet and avoid tobacco.
Contact Your Extraction Dentist in Rockville
Remember, your comfort and well-being are our priorities.
For more information or to book an appointment with the dentist, contact a dental team member today at (301) 963-0800.
