For a number of different reasons, your dentist may inform you that you need to have one or more of your teeth extracted. While this may cause some individuals to worry, the truth is that the tooth removal and extraction process is routine and one of our experienced dentists located in Basking Ridge and Morristown, NJ can make this process as painless and straightforward as can be managed. For more information on tooth extractions and what you can expect if you have to undergo this procedure, please read on, then contact our team.
What are the two types of tooth extraction?
If you require a tooth extraction, it is crucial that you are fully apprised about the nature of the procedure ahead of you. Depending on your unique circumstances, your dentist may consider either of the two following types of tooth extractions:
- Simple extractions: Should your problematic tooth be readily visible to your dentist, he or she will loosen it with an instrument and remove the tooth with forceps. You will most likely receive an injectable local anesthetic in order to numb the area.
- Surgical extractions: Should your tooth still be inside the gum or broken off at the gum, your dentist will probably elect this procedure. To make the tooth extraction, your dentist may have to cut in half or have some of the surrounding bone removed. Your dentist or an oral surgeon can conduct this process. Typically, you will receive a local anesthetic and an anesthetic administered through an IV. If your situation warrants it, you may be administered a general anesthetic, too. This is often the case for children.
Why do you need a tooth extraction?
A wide range of reasons may justify you having a tooth extracted. Children who are preparing for braces or who need more room for incoming adult teeth are the most frequent reasons. You also need to have a tooth extracted if you have wisdom teeth, the baby tooth did not fall out and now obstructs an adult tooth or you are experiencing severe tooth decay. The latter is common among cancer patients.
Why should you see a New Jersey dentist about tooth extraction?
As has been illustrated above, you may have any number of reasons for having a tooth extracted. Furthermore, we would be remiss if we did not inform you that dental problems do not go away on their own. Failing to correct them can have debilitating, lifelong consequences. Our team has a lot of experience with tooth extractions and other dental procedures. We can help resolve this issue with a minimum of pain and discomfort on your part. Let us help you. Please give us a call today.
Contact The Dental Associates of Basking Ridge
Dental Associates of Basking Ridge is a compassionate, gentle, and professional state-of-the-art dental practice serving Basking Ridge, Morris & Somerset County. Our office is always ready to greet our patients with a smile, take the time to answer any questions, and provide the quality dental services our patients expect. Please contact us to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving you!
