Tooth Extraction
Here at Ponsonby A&E Dental, we strive to preserve your natural teeth.
However, your dentist may sometimes recommend having a tooth extracted
due to extensive decay, damage or crowding.
When extractions are necessary to preserve your oral health, you can count on gentle care from our team, with a compassionate touch from scheduling to follow-up.
We understand that most patients are a bit nervous about having a tooth removed. Our dentists are always willing to discuss and answer any question you may have to make the appointment as comfortable as possible for you. We handle most extractions in-house. The procedure is very efficient, and you receive aftercare instruction for speedy healing. Only some complicated surgical cases are referred to a reliable Oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
We will do our best to help you enjoy a smile full of healthy, natural teeth. But should you ever require extractions, you are in good hands at Ponsonby A & E Dental.
When extractions are necessary to preserve your oral health, you can count on gentle care from our team, with a compassionate touch from scheduling to follow-up.
We understand that most patients are a bit nervous about having a tooth removed. Our dentists are always willing to discuss and answer any question you may have to make the appointment as comfortable as possible for you. We handle most extractions in-house. The procedure is very efficient, and you receive aftercare instruction for speedy healing. Only some complicated surgical cases are referred to a reliable Oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
We will do our best to help you enjoy a smile full of healthy, natural teeth. But should you ever require extractions, you are in good hands at Ponsonby A & E Dental.
Need to Know
Appointments
- One or two appointments may be needed.
Duration
- 30 to 90 minutes.
Recovery Time
- Two days.
Benefits
- Prevent damage to nearby teeth and relieve the pain.
Symptoms/Conditions
- Unrestorable teeth.
After Appointment
- Post op instructions will be given on the day of extraction.
- Use ice packs that prevent swelling during the first 48 hours.
- Do not smoke for as long as possible after the procedure.
- Eat a soft diet.
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Fees
- Starting from $250 to $450
Frequently Asked Questions
People can have tooth extracted for many reasons. Some of the most common reasons are impacted and infected wisdom teeth, decayed tooth that is unrestorable and tooth injured by trauma.
The first part of the process is to provide a local anaesthetic to ensure that the area is numbed to minimize the discomfort. Then the tooth is loosened using different instruments.
There are several signs that you might need a tooth extraction:
1. There’s not enough room in your mouth for the tooth to emerge
2. A tooth is causing repeated gum infections (periodontitis)
3. A tooth has been damaged beyond repair in an accident
4. The tooth is decayed and causing you pain
5. The tooth no longer provides you with a functioning biting surface
1. There’s not enough room in your mouth for the tooth to emerge
2. A tooth is causing repeated gum infections (periodontitis)
3. A tooth has been damaged beyond repair in an accident
4. The tooth is decayed and causing you pain
5. The tooth no longer provides you with a functioning biting surface
Once the local anesthetic wears off in your mouth, you might have some slight discomfort around the extraction site. Our dentists will prescribe or recommend over-the-counter pain relief to help you recover faster.
It can take up to three to four weeks for the gums to return to complete normalcy. Your oral hygiene practices, general wellbeing, and habits such as smoking can influence the healing time.
