Kardynal Dental offers stress-free restorative dental care, including tooth extractions, to patients in Shelby Township, MI. If this is your first extraction, know that our dentists will gently guide you throughout every step of the process. Our top priorities are ensuring your comfort and restoring your smile.
A tooth extraction is a type of procedure that involves removing a tooth from the oral cavity. Tooth extractions are typically recommended as a last resort if a tooth is no longer viable long-term.
As dentists, our main goal is always to keep our patients' teeth healthy to prevent the need for tooth extraction. However, tooth extractions may be required in the following situations:
We only recommend tooth extraction when it cannot be avoided, is necessary to prevent more severe complications, or when it is a necessary step within a larger treatment plan.
All tooth extractions are performed with local anesthesia to ensure the treatment area is fully numbed and that patients experience no physical pain or discomfort. Additionally, we offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to address anxiety and help patients have an emotionally pleasant treatment experience.
Contact our office to schedule your appointment. When you schedule your appointment, please let our office staff know if you have any concerns or unique needs so we can understand how to make your experience better. We recommend completing the new patient forms before your appointment or arriving 15 to 20 minutes early to complete them in office.
Our dentists will perform an exam, including diagnostic imaging and a consultation, to determine whether a tooth extraction is the right solution for your situation. If our dentists determine that you need an extraction, we'll schedule your treatment.
Our dentist will administer a local anesthetic. Once fully numb, our dentist will complete the procedure.
After the procedure, we’ll provide a gauze for you to bite down on and provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing.
Routine extractions typically take a few days to two weeks for the gum tissue to close. Bone regeneration within the socket takes longer. Some more complex procedures involve a longer recovery time. After your procedure, our dentists will provide more detailed guidance on recovery based on your specific situation.
You might feel some pressure, but most patients do not experience pain during the procedure. After the local anesthetic wears off, you may experience soreness, which can be managed with pain relievers and a cold compress to reduce swelling.
The best way to avoid extractions is to take good care of your teeth and gums with daily oral hygiene, routine dental examinations, and athletic mouthguards during risky activities.
Yes, infection is one of the main reasons for tooth extraction. Depending on the infection's severity, antibiotics may be prescribed before the procedure.
Tooth extractions are generally safe. Common risks include infection and dry socket (the loss of the blood clot). Rare complications include nerve injuries or temporary damage to the sinuses. We will always provide you with thorough instructions regarding the signs of potential complications. If you notice anything unexpected during recovery, contact our office right away.
You make take OTC pain medication before the procedure to improve post-op discomfort potential. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, filling all prescriptions (antibiotics or pain relievers), and ensuring you have soft foods available.
Tooth extraction is typically deemed medically necessary, and so most dental insurance policies include partial coverage. However, every insurance policy is different. Our office team can help you navigate your policy and better anticipate any out-of-pocket costs.
Yes! We offer a variety of payment plans based on treatment and patient needs.