A Pain-Free Guide to Dental Extractions

“It was like pulling teeth!”

You’ve probably heard or used this phrase before. Pulling teeth has become synonymous with unpleasantness in Western culture. However, there are times when dental extraction is the best, or even the only, solution to a dental emergency.

Today we’ll teach you about the process of dental extraction, tell you what you can expect from one of these procedures, and help you find the best dental extractions Studio City has to offer.

When Should You See a Dentist About Tooth Extraction?

In most cases, a full tooth extraction is considered the very last resort for a dentist – after all, your permanent (“adult”) teeth were meant to last you your entire life.

However, dental professionals know that dental extractions are sometimes necessary in severe cases. Here are a few of the signs dentists look for before they decide to extract a tooth:
● Advanced tooth decay and infection
● Intense trauma to a tooth or teeth
● An overcrowded mouth

Before removing the tooth, you’ll be administered a local anesthetic to numb your mouth. If the tooth is impacted, or if you are having more than one dental extraction, a stronger, general anesthetic will likely be administered.
After Tooth Removal: Important Things to Know

To ensure dental health, proper healing, and a pain-free future, there are several steps you should take after a tooth extraction. While your dentist can provide you with a detailed list after dental extractions, Studio City residents should remember the following:
● Only take pain pills as prescribed (follow all warnings)
● To reduce bleeding, bite gently but firmly on a gauze pad
● Ice is okay, in ten-minute intervals
● Avoid straws, rinses, or forceful spitting for at least a few days following a tooth extraction

Takeaway Points

Los Angeles residents have many dentistry choices, but if you have a tooth that needs some attention, you owe it to yourself to choose the dental extractions office Studio City residents have trusted for years. Call, email, or visit our website to book an appointment today!