Tooth extractions in Glen Rock

Do I Have an Option Other Than a Tooth Extraction in Glen Rock?

If your dentist has recommended extraction, that's probably your only option because the tooth damage has spread to the interior of the tooth, so it's not restorable. This can be due to decay, infection, or trauma, but if the tooth structure has been destroyed, then reconstructive dentistry isn't an option. If you have questions, call our Glen Rock office, and we'll be happy to answer them.

How Is an Oral Surgery Extraction Different?

An oral surgery extraction is usually used when the tooth hasn't erupted fully, and there's not enough exposed tooth for a general dentist to pull it out with forceps.

Do Baby Teeth Sometimes Need to Be Extracted?

Primary teeth, also called baby teeth, may be preventing the permanent teeth from erupting or may require a very large filling. Either of these situations will necessitate getting a tooth pulled. If your child needs to have a tooth pulled, call our Glen Rock office. Our dentist is very good at children's dentistry and will put your child at ease.

If I Have Broken, Severely Cracked, or Decayed Teeth Will My Dentist Still Extract Them?

If you have a badly damaged tooth, there may be no other option than an extraction, whether the damage is due to disease, decay, or traumatic impact. If the damage has reached the center of the tooth, you may need a root canal but your dentist will determine if that's the best solution for you. Call our Glen Rock office if you have questions or want to be on the schedule.

Will I Need an Extraction If I Have Advanced Gum Disease?

If you have advanced gum disease, you probably have already lost teeth because gum disease attacks the ligaments that hold your teeth in place. However, if you're in pain, extracting a tooth can make you more comfortable and your dentist can recommend ways to treat your gum disease, so call us.

Are Wisdom Teeth Always Extracted?

Wisdom teeth are usually extracted because there's often not enough room for them. They're the third and final set of molars to erupt and by the time they begin to erupt, there may be no room. This means they'll either erupt at an angle and cause your other teeth to become misaligned or they'll become impacted. Either way, teeth extractions are often your only solution and you may need an oral surgeon to perform root canals if your teeth are impacted. Extractions of wisdom teeth are very common.

Does an Extraction Fix Crowded Teeth?

If you have more teeth than your jawbone has room, then one or more extractions can provide more room for your teeth to be straight. Especially if you plan on getting braces to straighten your teeth, you'll need room for them to be straight.

Do You Provide Extraction Aftercare Instructions?

Your dentist will provide you with two sets of aftercare instructions. One is for the first 24 hours and it's vital to follow those instructions explicitly so that you don't dislodge your clot and start bleeding again. Your instructions will explain how to minimize any swelling or discomfort you may experience.

Your other set of instructions covers the time after the first 24 hours. You should avoid strenuous activity until your dentist approves. By following your aftercare instructions, you'll heal faster. Call us if you have problems or questions about your aftercare procedures.

What's the Recovery Time for an Extraction?

Tooth extraction healing time varies by the individual and is impacted by your unique physiology, the extent of the procedures you had done, and the procedure location. Molar extractions require more time to heal, as do surgical extractions. Usually, other extractions take about a week to heal but the above types can take longer to heal.

What's the Tooth Extraction Cost?

The cost of your tooth extraction will be unique to you and will depend on the amount of work you had done, its location and difficulty, and your insurance coverage. We recommend you speak to your insurance provider before your appointment to determine the extent of your coverage, any exclusions or limitations, and any copays. Bring that information with you, and we'll provide you with an estimate of your cost.

Need Tooth Removal in Glen Rock?

If you need to have a tooth pulled in Glen Rock, call Ridgewood Oral Surgery & Implant Center in Glen Rock at (201) 444-5355, and we can help you. We're among the best in the area, and we're sure you'll be happy with the service you receive.

Call us today. You'll be glad you did.