For tooth extractions in Chesterfield, Missouri, you have come to the right place. The caring professionals at Chesterfield Woodlake Dental & Prosthodontics perform extractions to help our patients seek relief in cases of infection, injury, or disease.
The health of your teeth and mouth is our top priority at Chesterfield Woodlake Dental & Prosthodontics. We do everything we can to save your teeth and prevent tooth loss. However, we understand that sometimes tooth extractions are necessary to restore and maintain your overall oral health. If you need a tooth extraction, call a dentist you can trust.
Your permanent adult teeth are supposed to last the rest of your life. In cases of disease, infection, or injury, you may need to have a tooth removed. If you experience crowded teeth, crooked teeth, or teeth that are too large for your mouth, you may also need to have one or more teeth extracted to preserve the health of your jaw. Extracting redundant or crowded teeth can make treatment faster and more effective if you need braces or clear aligner therapy.
Whatever the reason, our team is here to make the process as comfortable as possible. We offer convenient scheduling to accommodate your needs. For your comfort, we also offer sedation options to help make your procedure relaxed and stress-free.
If you think you may need a tooth extraction, call our office right away. First, we will perform an exam and take digital X-rays to assess the condition of your tooth and your overall oral health. This will allow our dentists to determine if your tooth can be saved and the best course of treatment if so.
If your tooth must be removed, we will administer a local anesthetic to numb the tooth, reduce any discomfort or pressure, and make you as relaxed as possible. One of our dentists will gently and efficiently remove the tooth from the socket, the pack the extraction site with gauze. Biting down on gauze stops the bleeding and allows a blood clot to form in the socket. If necessary, we will place a stitch to close the gum.
Be sure to follow our dentist’s post-operation care instructions for a swift and comfortable recovery. We will prescribe antibiotics and pain relievers as necessary to prevent infection and minimize the swelling and discomfort that follows a tooth extraction. Be sure to relax for at least 24 hours after your extraction and limit physical activity for one to two days. Eat soft foods and do not drink from a straw for the first day.
Further Reading:
WebMD: Tooth Extraction (Having a Tooth Pulled
Our team performs tooth extractions in Chesterfield, Missouri. Call us at (314) 370-5713 to schedule your next appointment today. Be sure to ask about our affordable financing options and convenient family scheduling.
