Extractions
Removing Unsalvageable Teeth
Pulling teeth, as the saying goes, does not have to be a drawn-out, negative experience. We can perform tooth extractions quickly and with minimal discomfort to treat a host of dental conditions, including advanced gum disease. Patients suffering from broken, cracked, and/or excessively decayed or damaged teeth (that aren’t good candidates for the alternative treatment – a root canal) will benefit from this often simple and straightforward procedure.
We may recommend extractions, also called exodontias, in these situations:
- When wisdom teeth, or third molars, emerge as non-functional, and/or misaligned.
- If a candidate for dentures only has a few worn or compromised remaining teeth on an arch, we may recommend extractions so a full denture can be placed.
- Patients, often younger children, may have impacted teeth positioned to emerge out of alignment, or teeth that block others from erupting.
- Orthodontic patients with overcrowded mouths that require more space along the jaw line to properly align the teeth.
You may feel apprehensive, so we dedicate ourselves to answering all of your questions before we proceed.
Whatever brings you to us for an extraction, expect to have a thorough examination, including X-rays, before we determine a course of action. Plan to discuss with us your medical history, any past extractions and associated problems with excessive bleeding, and any medications you take. In all but simple cases where the tooth is visible above the gum line, we may refer you to an oral surgeon.
We partner with you before, during, and after the dental procedures we recommend. If you have an extraction scheduled, you can feel confident that we will fully explain what to expect and will provide thorough and compassionate care. Finally, many patients who have extractions performed benefit from dental implants or mini dental implants paired with crowns to rebuild the tooth, so ask us about this prosthetic option.
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Our goal at Davis Dental Studio is to make your smile perfect from the inside out. If yours needs extra attention or in-depth treatment, contact our Pocatello, ID dental office for a complimentary consultation with Dr. Bret Davis. Our Pocatello restorative dentistry, neuromuscular dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry practice serves patients from surrounding communities, including Pocatello, Jackson Hole and Idaho Falls, as well as those from out of town. Your sensational smile awaits – we're excited to show you the possibilities!
