Dr. Lynette Smith and Dr. Bennett Smith of Blue Ridge Dental perform tooth extractions in Mount Airy, NC, for patients with damaged teeth. Sometimes it's best for the health of your mouth to remove a damaged tooth, and we can help!
Signs your tooth needs to be extracted
It is always your dentist's goal to help preserve your natural teeth to keep your mouth healthy and your smile beautiful. But when a tooth is hopelessly decayed or damaged, it's best for the health of your mouth to have it completely removed. These are some reasons you may need an extraction:
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Damage by trauma like a chip
- A tooth cracked below the gum line
- Removing teeth for orthodontic treatment
- Overcrowding
In these cases, removing teeth would be beneficial for the health of your mouth and orthodontic treatment. Tooth extractions at Blue Ridge Dental keep your mouth healthy.
Tooth extractions
When you need a tooth extraction in Mount Airy, NC, don't panic! This minor surgery is routine and your mouth will feel back to normal in just a few days. Your dentist will start with an x-ray to assess the tooth and help predict any complications with the extraction. Typically you are numbed with local anesthesia. Other sedatives like oral medication and nitrous oxide can be used as well. A tooth may need to be sectioned or broken into pieces to remove.
After your extraction, the socket is packed with gauze to stop any bleeding and you may need stitches. While you heal, stick to a soft food diet. You may have some swelling and discomfort for a couple of days, and your dentist may recommend anti-inflammatory medication to help with any pain.
When you need a tooth extraction in Mount Airy, NC, Dr. Lynette Smith and Dr. Bennett Smith are here for you at Blue Ridge Dental. Contact us for an appointment at (336) 789-5306.