Tooth Extractions – Glastonbury, CT
Create a Healthier Foundation for Your Smile
At Heim & Carroll DMD, LLC, our team works to preserve the health and structure of your smile, no matter what issues you may face. In some cases, the best way to do this may be to remove a severely damaged or compromised tooth that could cause even more severe issues down the road. Not only will these necessary tooth extractions from our Glastonbury, CT dentist help keep you from losing additional teeth, but we also offer several restorative solutions to ensure that your smile continues to be fully functional and complete.
Why Choose Heim & Carroll DMD, LLC for Tooth Extractions?
- In-Network with Most Major Dental Insurance Plans
- Comfortable & Pain-Relieving Emergency Treatments
- We See Patients As Soon As Possible
When Do We Suggest Tooth Extractions?
Whenever possible, our team will always try to save your natural tooth structure, even if that means treating a tooth and fortifying it with a dental crown or filling. In cases where the damage is too extensive to do this, we may turn to tooth extraction to make sure that the infection or damage doesn’t result in worsening oral health problems. Here are some of the situations in which we may suggest removing a tooth:
- Severe damage or decay that can’t be treated.
- Impacted teeth that pose several oral health risks.
- Crowded teeth that prevent successful orthodontic treatment.
- Removal of teeth to move forward with a restorative treatment.
- Wisdom teeth that pose a risk to your oral health.
The Process of Receiving a Tooth Extraction
Not all tooth extractions are the same, but for teeth that are already erupted and visible above the gumline, they can easily be removed using just a couple of gadgets. Our elevator will gently lift the tooth from its socket, allowing us to then go in with a pair of forceps to carefully wiggle the tooth free and remove it from the mouth. Surgical removals are a bit more complicated and can vary depending on your situation.
Tooth Replacement Treatments to Restore Your Smile
At Heim & Carroll DMD, LLC, we offer several different ways to restore your smile so you don’t have to have a gap in your mouth after you get a tooth or several teeth extracted. Depending on your situation, you could benefit from our custom-crafted dental bridges or full or partial dentures. We also offer a more permanent solution to tooth replacement, called dental implants.
Recovering from a Tooth Extraction
We’ll provide you with some helpful tips and tricks on how to make a fast recovery after your procedure. Typically, we recommend following these aftercare steps:
- Take painkillers as prescribed.
- Leave the dressing on for about three to four hours after your procedure.
- Rest for an entire day following your procedure.
- Avoid drinking from a straw, spitting, or rinsing your mouth for at least 24 hours.
- Don’t smoke.
- Prop your head up on a pillow instead of laying flat.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our dental office!
