P: (813) 448-6885
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13254 State Road 54,
Odessa, FL 33556
P: (813) 448-6885
F: (813) 448-6886
13254 State Road 54,
Odessa, FL 33556
P: (813) 448-6885
F: (813) 448-6886
13254 State Road 54,
Odessa, FL 33556
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Glen FontanelliDecember 4, 2024.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always a great experience. Christopher DotsonNovember 29, 2024.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service; very friendly staff. I felt well taken care of. Also provided helpful information. Thank you Brittany Tucker for being such a great and fun to talk to hygienist. 🙂 DKNovember 25, 2024.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing service, super friendly, and they always get the job done! KDNovember 19, 2024.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend this office. Everybody is always very knowledgable and professional. ROCHELLE SELLSNovember 19, 2024.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Spring Haven dental was amazing!!! They were so kind and patient!!! Five thumbs up Richard FrankNovember 15, 2024.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional, explained process and positive attitude. Lynette PapapanosNovember 15, 2024.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I don’t normally go to this dentist, but I had an emergency and I’m so glad I went in today! From the moment I walked in, the front office staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, which helped ease my nerves. They got me in quickly, took x-rays, and efficiently scheduled my root canal and follow-up appointment. The dentist was amazing—professional, thorough, and made sure I understood everything about my treatment plan. I’m so grateful for their care and how smooth the whole process was. Highly recommend this office!Google rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 294 reviews
The first method is called a simple extraction, which is used for teeth that are visible and easily accessible. Most teeth can be removed with simple extractions, so long as they aren’t severely compromised by breakage or infection. The full procedure follows these steps: The dentist starts with a local anesthetic to numb the tooth and surrounding area. The tooth’s roots are full of nerves, so numbing them will drastically reduce pain. The patient’s mouth needs to be kept open, so a spacer, called an elevator, is used to accomplish this. It is possible to forego this step; however, it is generally better to include it to reduce fatigue and strain on the jaw. Extraction forceps are used to pull the tooth directly from the socket. Forceps like this are specially designed to get a grip on a tooth and to give the dentist plenty of leverage. This allows the dentist to remove it as gently as possible, and avoid damaging the surrounding area. After the tooth is extracted, the empty socket is cleaned thoroughly to remove any loose bone and tissue. The socket is compressed to reshape the jawbone, reduce and manage bleeding, and to close up the open space.
The second method is known as a surgical extraction, and is employed when a tooth is in a critical condition, or difficult location. You may recognize this as the method used for wisdom teeth, but this also applies to teeth with extensive breakage, that are impacted, or just developed exceptionally long roots. Every surgical extraction is different, depending greatly on the tooth, and the patient, and so it’s difficult to give an exact procedure. A much stronger anesthetic may be used, or you may be put to sleep all together. X-rays need to be taken to determine the exact state, location, and/or orientation of the tooth, as it could be growing in the wrong direction. An oral surgeon will often be called in to perform the surgery, although it is entirely possible for a general dentist to perform it as well, depending on their level of experience.
Dr. Fadi Raffoul grew up in Tampa and graduated from Wharton High School before attending the University of South Florida. He strives to provide his patients with the highest level of care in a fun and friendly environment.
Dr. Christina Regan completed her undergraduate education at the University of South Florida where she graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree. Dr. Christina is extremely focused on patient care and is very excited to meet new patients from Trinity and the surrounding areas.
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