Tooth Extractions Boynton Beach
Taking Out Your At-Risk Teeth
At Family Dentistry of Boynton Beach, it’s natural that we save teeth whenever we can. These parts of your smile are the best tools for eating, speaking, and smiling! Even so, there are times when a tooth can’t be saved or salvaged; we perform tooth extractions in those cases. The removal process then prevents further harm to your smile, preserving your oral health as best it can. Read the specifics of tooth extractions in Boynton Beach below, or schedule a consultation with our office.
Why Choose Family Dentistry of Boynton Beach for Tooth Extractions?
- Several Sedation Options That Calm Patients
- Same-Day & Weekend Urgent Dental Visits
- Compassionate Dentist & Dental Team
Why Tooth Extractions Are Sometimes Necessary
Tooth extractions are treatments of last resort, so they’re most necessary for issues like:
- Severe Tooth Damage – If a tooth has irreparable damage, it may pose a risk to nearby teeth and oral health. Extracting it could then prevent the spread of infection and further harm.
- Orthodontics – When a mouth is overcrowded, an extraction can make space for proper alignment during orthodontic work.
- Infections & Abscesses – Left untreated, a dental infection can result in an abscess. Tooth extraction would prevent or manage that problem and relieve its pain.
How Are Teeth Extracted?
Before we consider extraction, our dentists will thoroughly assess your tooth; dental X-rays may even be taken. Only afterward will we decide if removal is necessary.
A proper tooth extraction will involve several actions. Before anything else, it’ll start by numbing the area around your tooth with local (or general) anesthesia. Our dentists will then carefully remove the tooth, first dividing it into smaller pieces if the case is complex. You’ll receive post-op instructions soon after that, including tips on managing discomfort, swelling, and oral hygiene.
What Are the Benefits of Tooth Extraction?
When done well, a tooth extraction can have many great benefits. Perhaps the most notable ones are that infection is halted and severe pain is reduced. It's also worth noting that extraction can address overcrowding and pave the way for great orthodontic work. At the same time, prompt tooth removal can prevent more severe health conditions and prevent the need for costly follow-up care.
What Is the Recovery Time for a Tooth Extraction?
As you might expect, a tooth extraction’s recovery time can greatly vary. It often depends on individual healing factors, the complexity of the extraction, and other elements. While most patients can expect initial healing within a few days, complete recovery will likely take a few weeks. You’ll need to follow post-op instructions from our team during that time.