Tooth Extractions in Pembroke Pines
Why Do I Need A Tooth Extraction?
A tooth extraction may be needed for any number of reasons:- Some teeth are extracted because they are severely decayed
- Other teeth may have advanced periodontal disease, or have broken in a way that cannot be repaired.
- Other teeth may need removal because they are poorly positioned in the mouth (such as impacted teeth)
- One or more teeth may also require removal preparation for orthodontic treatment or dental implants
The removal of a single tooth can lead to problems related to your chewing ability, problems with your jaw joint, and shifting teeth, which can have a major impact on your dental health.
To avoid these complications, in most cases, Dr. Tendler, Dr. Shapiro or Dr. Theiss will discuss alternatives to extractions as well as replacement of the extracted tooth.
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The Tooth Extraction Process
At the time of extraction the doctor will need to numb your tooth, jaw bone and gums that surround the area with a local anesthetic.
During the extraction process you will feel a lot of pressure. This is from the process of firmly rocking the tooth in order to widen the socket for removal.
You feel the pressure without pain as the anesthetic has numbed the nerves stopping the transference of pain, yet the nerves that transmit pressure are not profoundly affected.
If you do feel pain at any time during the extraction please let us know right away.
Sectioning a Tooth
Some teeth require sectioning. This is a very common procedure done when a tooth is so firmly anchored in its socket or the root is curved and the socket can’t expand enough to remove it. The doctor simply cuts the tooth into sections then removes each section one at a time.
After Tooth Extraction
Dr. Tendler, Dr. Shapiro and Dr. Theiss have provided patient instructions for after tooth extraction. If you have any questions, please call our office at Florida Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Pembroke Pines FL Office Phone Number 954-437-2222.