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13254 State Road 54,
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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
While the thought of having a tooth pulled can be scary and nerve-wracking, sometimes tooth extractions are the best course of treatment for your smile. A tooth extraction is when a dental surgeon removes a tooth and its roots from your mouth, by pulling it out of its socket in its entirety. The socket is the little space in which the tooth sits within your jawbone.
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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.
It is important that during the healing process, you follow the specific instructions set out for you, including rinsing your mouth out with salt water to reduce swelling, eating soft foods, applying a cold compress to the outside of your mouth, and avoiding using straws or smoking. If you follow these instructions and take care of the extraction site, you should be well on your way to a full recovery in no time!
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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.
Tooth extractions are a common and safe dental procedure, with a low risk of complication and a short recovery period. If you have any questions or concerns, be sure to reach out to us here at Spring Haven Dental by contacting us here. We will be more than happy to help you through the process!
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