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Tooth Extraction

Shelby Township MI

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Our goal at Smiles in Shelby in Shelby Township, MI, is to take care of your overall oral health and do everything within our power to save your natural teeth. However, some circumstances may arise that necessitate the complete removal of a tooth from its place in your jawbone. This is commonly referred to as a tooth extraction.

What is Tooth Extraction?

Extraction, or tooth removal, is a surgical procedure performed in a dentist’s office. The essence of the treatment is the removal of the tooth from the oral cavity. The tooth extraction procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia, thanks to which the entire process is virtually painless. After the administration of an anesthetic, the feeling of touch is maintained so that the patient may feel pressure and distension in the operated area.

Toothache has been a nuisance of humanity since ancient times. Initially, the only treatment option was to remove the causal tooth. In those days, tooth extraction was the work of barbers or blacksmiths. Due to the progress of dental science and technology, increasingly more teeth can be saved, but in some cases, the extraction procedure is necessary.

What are the indications for a Tooth Extraction?

In recent years, there has been a fantastic development of dental specialization. New technologies and currently used dental materials allow us to save many teeth from extraction. Unfortunately, there are still situations when a tooth needs to be removed. The dentist, after thorough examination and assessment of additional tests, such as digital x-rays, determines whether a given tooth can still be rescued.

Indications for tooth extraction may result from diseases of the hard tissues of the teeth that are not suitable for conservative or prosthetic treatment. Some of the teeth with irreversible pulpitis are not suitable for endodontic treatment. This may be due to the obstruction of the canals or the insufficient amount of tooth tissue for its reconstruction after endodontic therapy. Those teeth should be removed.

There are many reasons why our gentle dentist, may suggest a tooth extraction in Shelby Township, Michigan, including:

  • Severe tooth decay and damage
  • Shattered teeth
  • Advanced periodontal disease
  • Overcrowded teeth
  • In preparation for orthodontics
  • Impacted wisdom teeth

Fights, traffic accidents, or contact sports are common causes of facial skull injuries. As a result, a tooth fragment may crack or break off. Not all broken teeth are doomed to extraction, which is determined by the degree of destruction of adjacent tissues and the course of the tooth fracture. Teeth displaced with the fracture line running along the root are considered poor prognosis. As a result of mechanical injuries, maxillary or mandibular bones may fracture. If the tooth is in the fracture gap and hinders healing, it may be necessary to remove it.

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How is Tooth Extraction Performed?

If the indications for extraction are established, the dentist may remove the tooth. After the appropriate anesthesia is applied, the doctor starts the procedure. The entire process consists of several successive stages. In the first phase, Smiles in Shelby, using appropriate tools, tears off the circular ligament surrounding the tooth.

The next step is to apply forceps and dislocate the tooth. To facilitate this process, appropriate movements have been assigned to each tooth, thanks to which the periodontal fibers are broken, and the tooth is separated from the bone.

Extraction movements result from the anatomy, position of the teeth, and the structure of the surrounding bone. A correspondingly loose tooth can be pulled out of the socket.

The tooth is already outside the mouth, but this is not the end of the procedure. The doctor thoroughly cleans the socket so that there are no inflammatory changes, bone fragments, or a crushed tooth left behind. This stage is called curettage, and it may be omitted in exceptional circumstances.

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Tooth Extraction at Smiles in Shelby

We are able to perform both simple and surgical tooth extractions. Our team uses the most excellent care and skill when performing a tooth extraction, guiding you through each step of the treatment. We also provide you with detailed instructions on how to take care of your smile at home through the duration of the healing process. Your comfort is of the utmost importance to us, and we work hard to ensure you have a positive experience each and every time you visit our office. If you are interested in learning more about tooth extractions and the many cosmetic and restorative options we have available to replace your lost teeth, please do not hesitate to contact our office today. We would be happy to answer all of your questions.

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