Tooth Extractions Albuquerque
Removing One or More Teeth with Expertise
At Valer Dental & Braces, we never want to remove a patient’s teeth. However, if a person’s oral and overall health are at risk, it is sometimes the only option. When these cases arise, you can trust that our dental experts will have your safety and comfort in mind. To discuss the process of tooth extractions in Albuquerque and whether it is something you need to consider, call us.
Why Choose Valer Dental & Braces for Tooth Extractions?
- We Treat Patients of All Ages
- Sedation Dentistry is Available
- Dentists Who Are Committed to Affordable Care
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
As we mentioned above, tooth extractions are never our first choice. However, we do recommend them when:
- Your child has a baby tooth that needs to come out to make room for the permanent, adult tooth that will soon erupt.
- You have extreme dental decay that cannot be treated adequately with a dental filling, a dental crown, or root canal treatment.
- You have suffered a serious facial injury that has caused your tooth to break or become severely damaged, resulting in it being unsavable.
- You are experiencing advanced gum disease, and it’s causing your tooth or teeth to become loose.
- You need additional space in your mouth to allow for successful orthodontic treatment.
The Process of Removing a Tooth
There are actually two different types of tooth extractions: simple and surgical. Simple extractions are performed when the tooth in question has broken through the gumline, allowing us to rock it loose until it’s ready to be removed. Surgical extractions, on the other hand, are used when the tooth is trapped underneath. In this case, your dentist in Albuquerque needs to create a small incision to access it. Then, they can remove it section by section. In both cases, the first step of the procedure is to numb your mouth thoroughly so you don’t feel any pain during your time in the treatment chair.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
In the days following your tooth extraction in Albuquerque, we recommend:
- Taking prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Changing the gauze pads as needed
- Using a cold compress for 10 minutes at a time
- Eating extremely soft foods, like applesauce
- Not using a straw, spitting, or smoking
- Keeping your head elevated while you sleep
Around the five-day mark, any discomfort, sensitivity, or soreness you’ve been experiencing should begin to subside. If that doesn’t happen, then call our emergency dentist ASAP.