Simple Extraction
If you are experiencing extreme sensitivity or are suffering from advanced periodontal disease, you may be required to have a tooth extraction. With a Simple Tooth Extraction Cambridge patients can have the affected tooth safely removed without the need for major surgery.
Best Reasons
There are numerous situations in which a simple tooth extraction can help alleviate pain or prepare you for another cosmetic or restorative procedure. Some common reasons for simple tooth extraction include:
Procedure
As a precaution, the dentist will first take X-rays of the tooth or teeth in question, to help plan for your Cambridge Simple Tooth Extraction. After preparing a method of simple extraction, you will be given a local anesthetic that will prevent you from feeling pain during the procedure. Next, the dentist will use a tool called an elevator to lift the tooth and loosen ligaments and gum tissue around the base of the tooth.
Finally, the dentist will use a pair of forceps, to gently rock the tooth back and forth until it breaks free of the ligaments holding it in the gum tissue. Occasionally, a stubborn tooth will resist the dentist’s soft tug, refusing to come out. In these and more complex cases, the tooth may need to be broken up into smaller pieces for removal. Once removed, we will pack gauze into the socket and have you place pressure on the area by biting down. If necessary, the dentist will place stitches to close the socket. If you are sick the week prior to your scheduled simple tooth extraction or on the day of, please contact our office, as alternative arrangements may need to be made. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Smile With Confidence
We encourage you to contact us with any questions or comments you may have. Please call our office or use the quick contact form below. Schedule an appointment for you or your whole family, and look forward to a smile-worthy experience.
402 Muse St, Cambridge, MD 21613
