Tooth Extractions Hanover
The Last Resort for a Healthier Smile
Your natural teeth are meant to stay with you forever. However, this is unfortunately not always possible. When an infection, facial trauma, or impaction occurs, it’s necessary to remove the tooth to avoid more serious oral and overall health problems in the future. This is why our dentists at Dental Designs of Maryland offer tooth extractions as well as wisdom tooth extractions in Hanover. Using advanced technologies and techniques, we can ensure safe and comfortable procedures every time. Call us if you would like to discuss this emergency dental treatment further.
Why Choose Dental Designs of Maryland for Tooth Extractions?
- We Perform Wisdom Tooth Extractions
- Same-Day Dental Emergency Appointments Available
- We Welcome Your Dental Insurance
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
A tooth extraction in Hanover will be recommended if:
- You have a serious tooth infection that has the potential to negatively impact your overall health.
- You have suffered severe facial trauma that resulted in a broken tooth that cannot be saved.
- You have wisdom teeth that are impacted and pushing against healthy teeth, which can lead to misalignment.
- Your child’s baby tooth will not come out on its own.
- You are suffering from advanced gum disease that is causing your teeth to become loose and your jawbone to weaken.
The Process of Removing a Tooth
There are two types of tooth extractions:
- Simple Extraction – A simple extraction is performed when the tooth that needs to be removed has broken through the gumline. In this case, we will grip the tooth and rock it loose. Once it’s ready to be removed, we will extract it and tend to the extraction site.
- Surgical Extraction: A surgical extraction is used when the tooth in question is trapped underneath the gumline. This requires us to make a small incision in the gums first. Then, we can carefully remove the tooth section by section.
In both cases, the first step is to numb your mouth thoroughly. That way, you don’t feel any pain or discomfort during your time in the treatment chair.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
Following your tooth extraction, it’s important that you:
- Change the gauze pads as needed
- Take prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Eat only extremely soft foods, like plain yogurt
- Don’t use a straw, spit, or smoke
- Brush and floss carefully around the extraction site
- Use a cold compress for 10 minutes at a time
As the days go on, any discomfort, sensitivity, or soreness you’ve been experiencing should lessen. If that doesn’t happen, or your symptoms are getting worse, then call us ASAP.