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At Nova Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. Lana Waibel practices conservative dentistry. This means she will always look for ways to preserve and restore your natural teeth before she recommends extractions. However, there are some situations in which it may not be possible to save a tooth.
If this is the case, Dr. Waibel can assist you with gentle, expert tooth extractions in Ambler. She can remove your tooth, ensure your mouth heals properly, and prevent further complications, pain, and discomfort. Contact us now to get started.
There are a few different reasons that one or more of your teeth may need to be extracted. Wisdom tooth extractions are quite common. The wisdom teeth come into the mouth between the age of 17-25. They are a natural part of the mouth, but some patients may not have room for them, which can cause a variety of complications like tooth crowding or a higher risk of tooth infections. If this is the case, extraction is usually recommended.
Tooth extractions are also used to pull damaged teeth that can’t be saved with alternative treatments. This may happen due to dental injuries, as well as chronic oral health issues like cavities, infected teeth, and gum disease. In some situations, extracting and replacing the tooth is the only option.
Finally, extractions are sometimes used to prepare for other dental treatments. Full dentures, for example, require you to have all of your remaining teeth pulled before your smile can be restored.
The tooth extraction process will not hurt at all. Your mouth will be completely numb throughout the process, and we offer dental sedation at Nova Cosmetic Dentistry to keep you feeling safe and comfortable.
Your extraction site will cause some pain and discomfort after your numbing and sedation wear off, though. Follow Dr. Waibel’s instructions to ensure you heal properly, and to minimize this discomfort.
Unless you’ve had a wisdom tooth extracted, you should replace your extracted tooth. Tooth loss can cause complications like teeth shifting, difficulties eating and speaking properly, and poor self-esteem, particularly if you’ve lost a front tooth.
By replacing your missing tooth with a partial denture, a dental bridge, or a dental implant, you can restore your oral health and your self-confidence. Dr. Lana Waibel can discuss all of your options for tooth replacement during your consultation at Nova Cosmetic Dentistry.
It will take a few days for the pain, discomfort, and other side effects of your extraction to subside. You’ll feel a significant improvement within a week, and your mouth will usually be fully healed within 2 weeks.
During this time, you will need to take certain steps to protect your extraction site as you heal, such as eating a diet of soft foods, avoiding exercise for a few days, and avoiding smoking. Dr. Waibel will give you a full set of instructions to follow as you recover, so follow them closely.
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