Tooth Extractions in Pawling

Understanding the Tooth Extraction Cost

In order to provide you with an estimate, our dental team will need to conduct an examination. Extractions can either be simple extractions or surgical extractions. Surgical extractions generally cost significantly more than simple extractions. If you have dental insurance, it's possible that a portion of your procedure will be covered.

What Is Surgical Tooth Extraction?

When a tooth needs to be "dug out" prior to removal, this is what's known as a surgical extraction. This is done using instruments that can grasp and pull the tooth. We often recommended this option when only a small portion of your tooth can be seen protruding through the gums. If you require surgery, our office will refer you to a local oral surgeon.

Why a Tooth Extraction May Be Your Only Option

We understand how upsetting it can be to hear that you need to have a tooth pulled. However, dental trauma, decay, and advanced gum disease are all common factors that can make extraction necessary in order to preserve the health of the rest of your mouth. In fact, leaving a tooth in place could result in a serious, life-threatening infection. You can be assured that our office will make every effort to save a tooth when this is a possibility.

Will My Dentist Pull Badly Damaged Teeth?

In most cases, your general dentist can pull a cracked, broken, or decayed tooth in a single visit. First, we'll confirm that the tooth is beyond the point where it can be saved with a root canal. While losing a tooth can feel devastating, our office wants you to know that there are many options available for replacing a lost tooth with a durable, realistic-looking dental implant or bridge. Addressing a gap left after a tooth is pulled can be important for preventing other teeth from shifting.

Treatments for Decaying or Crowded Baby Teeth

Dentists often remove baby teeth that are decaying or injured to preserve other baby and adult teeth in the mouth. If a baby tooth is infected or severely decayed, pulling it can be the best option for preventing pain and infection. In other cases, removal may be recommended if a baby tooth is blocking the space where an adult tooth is trying to break through. Our skilled team of pediatric dental experts can design a plan to help your child enjoy a painless experience while getting a tooth pulled.

Does Gum Disease Require Tooth Extractions?

In some cases, advanced gum disease may make tooth removal necessary. One of the most devastating aspects of severe periodontal disease is that it can cause teeth to become loose. This is the result of uncontrolled plaque bacteria attacking the ligaments that hold teeth in place in the gums. While not everyone who develops gum disease will need to have teeth removed, this may be an option if a tooth is causing pain or infection.

Removing Wisdom Teeth

It's very common for wisdom teeth to cause issues that can range from overcrowding to infection. The third set of molars that comes in at some point during teenage years or adulthood can sometimes disrupt our other teeth because the jaw simply doesn't have the space to accommodate them. Impacted wisdom teeth, infected wisdom teeth, and other issues can cause disease in what was a perfectly healthy mouth. In many cases, removing wisdom teeth is the best course of action. If your teeth have not yet broken through the surface of the gums, an oral surgeon can extract the teeth.

Can Tooth Pulling Correct Crowding?

If your mouth doesn't have the room to accommodate all of your adult teeth, this can result in severe overcrowding that causes your teeth to become crooked. In addition to impacting the appearance of your smile, overcrowding can make brushing and flossing more difficult. Extraction may be used as part of a plan to make room in your mouth.

Why Following Aftercare Instructions After Having Teeth Pulled Is Important

If it's determined that you need to have a tooth removed, you can count on our team to provide support and guidance throughout the entire process. Our dental office wants you to know that the first 24 hours following an extraction are crucial for ensuring that a blood clot forms over the extraction area in the gums. We ask that you follow our instructions regarding aftercare closely to get the best results possible! We'll also provide you with tips for minimizing discomfort during your recovery.

A Quick Guide to Tooth Extraction Healing

There's no need to feel overwhelmed by the downtime needed after removing a tooth. Most people are able to resume their daily lives immediately following surgery. However, you will be told to avoid any strenuous activities that could put your mouth at risk for at least 24 hours. While you will feel much better after just a few hours, full healing actually takes about a week. If an extraction below the gum is used to remove a tooth, expect your healing period to be slightly longer.

You deserve the best care possible when seeing a dentist for a tooth extraction in Pawling. Call (845) 855-3600 to schedule an exam!