Improving Your Family’s Oral Health
Removing a tooth can be necessary to help stop the spread of infection throughout your mouth and other parts of the body.
Creating healthy smiles for families is our priority. Our knowledgeable team can assess your teeth during a dental exam to determine if an extraction or another restorative method is the right course of action for you.
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Reasons for an Extraction
If your tooth has been damaged past the point of repair or restoration, your dentist may recommend a tooth extraction. Reasons for a tooth extraction include:
- Trauma
- Tooth decay
- A crowded mouth
- Infection
- Gum disease
What to Expect from a Tooth Extraction
Tooth extraction may be necessary to improve your oral health. We understand not everyone gets excited about a trip to the dentist, but knowing what to expect before, during, and after the procedure can help ease any nerves going into treatment. We’re here to help ease any anxious feelings you or your little ones may have.
Prior to a tooth extraction, your dentist will go over your medical history and any medications you’re taking. If you have any questions about the procedure, we encourage you to ask away! Our goal is to make sure you feel comfortable throughout the process.
You’ll receive local anesthesia to numb the area around your tooth. This will help so you only feel pressure during the procedure and not pain.
Using specialized dental tools, your dentist will gently loosen the tooth and remove it from its socket. In some cases, incisions in the gum may need to be made in order to access the tooth.
You may require a few stitches to close the incision and promote healing.
After your tooth has been extracted, you may experience some swelling, bleeding, or discomfort. This should gradually decrease in the following few days.
Our team will go over any aftercare instructions with you to help you heal.
Taking Care of Your Oral Health
A healthy smile starts with a visit to the dentist. We’ll thoroughly examine your teeth, gums, and mouth to monitor for signs of decay or infection. If a tooth extraction is necessary, you can rely on our compassionate care.
Don’t hesitate when it comes to taking care of your family’s oral health. Book your next appointment today.
Book AppointmentFrequently Asked Questions About Tooth Extractions
Why might I need a tooth extraction?
A tooth may need to be removed if it has been damaged past the point of repair. Common reasons for an extraction include trauma, tooth decay, a crowded mouth, infection, and gum disease. Removing the tooth can also help stop an infection from spreading.
Are there alternatives to having a tooth pulled?
Sometimes. Our team assesses your teeth during a dental exam to determine whether an extraction or another restorative method is the right course of action for you. We always aim to preserve your natural teeth where it is possible to do so.
How do you decide if a tooth needs to be extracted?
We start with a comprehensive assessment, thoroughly examining your teeth, gums, and mouth for signs of decay or infection. If a tooth is damaged beyond repair or is putting your oral health at risk, your dentist may recommend an extraction.
Can a tooth extraction stop an infection from spreading?
Yes. Removing a badly infected tooth can be necessary to help stop the spread of infection throughout your mouth and to other parts of the body. Addressing it promptly protects your overall oral health.
What can I expect during a tooth extraction?
We understand not everyone looks forward to a trip to the dentist, so we walk you through what to expect before, during, and after the procedure to help ease any nerves. Knowing the process ahead of time makes the experience much more comfortable.
I feel anxious about a tooth extraction. Can you help?
Absolutely. We are here to ease any anxious feelings you or your little ones may have, and you can rely on our compassionate care throughout the procedure. Our goal is to keep you comfortable while protecting your family’s oral health.
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Our NE Calgary Location
You can find us on 64 Avenue in the Deerfoot City plaza, next to Tim Hortons and above the Booster Juice. There’s plenty of parking available in the Deerfoot City plaza around the clinic.
Our Address
- 971 64 Ave NE #225
- Calgary, AB T2E 7Z4
Contact Information
- Phone: 403-275-9255
- Email: reception@deerfootdental.com
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