We Provide Gentle Dental Extractions in Sleepy Hollow
When Do You Need A Dental Extraction?
Teeth that can’t be saved or are impacting the function and esthetics of your smile may need to be removed. If you’re experiencing any of the following, schedule a consultation with us:
- Intense toothaches
- Stiff jaw or jaw pain
- Inflamed gums
- Tooth pain that escalates when chewing
- Discoloration, bleeding, or bad breath
When Should Wisdom Teeth Be Removed?
Appearing at the back on the top or bottom teeth arches before the second set of molars, wisdom teeth often erupt between the ages of 17 and 25. They may need to be removed because:
- The wisdom teeth are crooked or stuck against other teeth
- Causing crowding in the smile and pain
- Erupted in the wrong position and causing decay
- Can become infected quickly and easily
Don’t put off getting help if a troublesome tooth is causing you pain, overcrowding, or inflammation. Envision-A-Smile Dentistry aims to help you have the most comfortable and easy dental extraction experience possible.
Take the first step toward a healthier, beautiful smile, and call us for a consultation today!
Why Choose Envision-A-Smile Dentistry For Your Dental Extraction?
- Compassionate Dentists: We understand that tooth extraction can be a nerve-wracking experience for some patients. Our team and dentists are patient, soothing, and caring to ensure you feel at ease.
- Modern Technology: Our modern, clean practices use proven technology and treatments conducted by trusted dentists, so removing teeth is straightforward and quick.
- Personalized Treatment: We’ll go over every step of your tailored treatment plan in detail, answer any questions you may have, and complete the procedure often in one visit!
Impacted Wisdom Teeth Removal
Due to the position at the back of the mouth, lack of space or an obstruction, wisdom teeth (third molars) frequently become partially or completely impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth are hard to clean so they’re prone to bacteria buildup. This can lead to decay, pain, swelling, gum disease and cysts that can harm adjacent teeth and bone. Dr. Rick Brar offers wisdom tooth extraction in St. Charles, IL under local anesthesia, however, more complex cases may be referred to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
Benefits of Tooth Extractions
- Eliminates tooth pain and sensitivity
- Halts the spread of decay or infection
- Preserves surrounding natural teeth
- Restores oral health and comfort
Our Tooth Extraction Process
During your initial consultation at Envision A Smile Dentistry, we’ll determine if tooth extraction is needed based on your oral exam, symptoms and diagnostic imaging. We accept insurance from several leading insurance providers and offer financing, to make paying for extraction as painless as possible. If we decide tooth extraction is the best option, you’ll schedule this appointment before leaving our office. For uncomplicated tooth extractions, numbing the site with a local anesthetic is usually sufficient. Most patients report feeling slight pressure during the procedure because we use a tool called an elevator to loosen the tooth, followed by a forceps to grasp it, rock and back in forth in the socket and remove it. Rest assured, Dr. Rick Brar gently removes your tooth, being careful not to harm adjacent teeth, underlying bone and surrounding gum tissue. Because our dental team routinely performs tooth extractions, your procedure will be efficient and over before you know it!
What to Expect After a Tooth Extraction
Before you leave Envision A Smile Dentistry, our team will review postoperative instructions with you. It’s important that you follow our recommendations to ensure healing and recovery is smooth and free of complications. A blood clot typically forms over an empty tooth socket during healing. If the blood clot doesn’t form or gets dislodged, this can expose the bone and nerves below the socket and lead to dry socket. While this painful complication only occurs in an estimated 0.5–5.6% of simple extractions, dry socket can impact up to 30% of cases following surgical removal of wisdom teeth. Dry socket isn’t completely avoidable, but you can help prevent it and safeguard a smooth recovery by following our guidelines.
Upgrade Your Missing Smile After Tooth Extraction
We recommend tooth replacement after extraction to prevent adjacent teeth from shifting and to restore smile function and beauty. Although bridges restore function and prevent remaining teeth from shifting and altering your bite, bone loss in the empty socket continues unchecked. Made from durable, strong and natural-looking materials, dental implants are the only permanent tooth replacement solution that prevent bone loss and encourage new bone growth. Bone loss can occur as early as six weeks after extraction, so we suggest scheduling a follow-up visit as soon as your gums have properly healed to discuss your options.
