Tooth Extractions – Springfield, MA
Comfortable & Safe Tooth Removal
No one likes the idea of having a tooth removed, but it’s sometimes the only solution when it comes to protecting someone’s oral health. Rest assured, we only recommend tooth extractions in Springfield after eliminating more conservative options, like root canal treatment, and we take every step imaginable to ensure patients stay comfortable while in the chair. If you have any questions about this emergency dental procedure, you’re more than welcome to give us a call. Or, you can read on to learn more about it!
Why Choose Dr. Laura Gramse Family Dental Care for Tooth Extractions?
- Dentist with 25+ Years of Experience
- Convenient Locations in Springfield & Palmer
- Same-Day, After-Hours, & Weekend Emergency Appointments
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary?
It might be time for a tooth to come out if it…
- Is damaged or decayed beyond repair
- Is loose because gum disease has damaged the root
- Prevents us from placing a well-fitted denture
- Takes up space needed for orthodontic treatment
At your appointment, Dr. Laura Gramse will ask you a few questions about the symptoms you’ve been experiencing, review your latest X-rays, and take a look at the tooth in question to determine if an extraction is necessary. If it is, she will get to work on creating your custom treatment plan and review the next steps.
The Process of Removing a Tooth
The process of removing a tooth will look a bit different depending on whether or not the tooth in question has broken through the gumline or not. If it has, then we will thoroughly numb that area of your mouth before gently rocking the tooth loose until it’s ready to be removed. If it hasn’t, then we will numb your mouth, create a small incision in your gums, and carefully remove the tooth section by section. The last step is tending to the extraction site and providing you with a list of aftercare instructions so you can heal comfortably at home.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
Although the aftercare instructions will vary depending on a few factors, including how many teeth you had removed, there are some general ones we recommend, like:
- Changing the gauze pads as needed
- Taking prescribed or OTC pain medication as directed
- Brushing carefully around the extraction site
- Eating extremely soft foods, like plain yogurt
- Drinking water to stay hydrated (just don’t use a straw!)
- Avoiding tobacco products and alcohol
Now, there’s only one thing left to do: schedule an appointment with us! Once we know more about your case, including the symptoms you’re experiencing, we can determine if an extraction is necessary and, if it is, how we can make the entire treatment process as comfortable as possible for you.
