We Maintain Healthy Smiles with Safe and Painless Dental Extractions

Borderview Family Dental tries everything possible to preserve your teeth. However, our tooth-saving efforts can only do so much in some cases. If your tooth is beyond saving, Dr. Sandhu and Dr. Alamwala offer safe and painless extractions to preserve oral health.

If your tooth has to be taken out because of severe damage, impaction, overcrowding, or other reasons, schedule an appointment with our Blaine, Washington, office for gentle yet effective extractions.

Do I need to have my tooth extracted?

Our office offers modern preventive dental care and advanced restorative treatments like dental crowns and root canals to preserve all your natural teeth. Yet, extractions may be necessary in some cases.

Here are some situations in which your tooth may require extraction.

  • A severely damaged or decayed tooth
  • A baby tooth that has failed to come out
  • Extra teeth
  • An impacted or painful wisdom tooth
  • To create space for orthodontics
  • Advanced gum disease
  • After a failed root canal or other dental work

Depending on which tooth is being extracted, we’ll offer teeth replacement options, including implants. An extracted tooth creates a gap that must be treated immediately. If not, this gap begins a destructive process in your oral health beyond the obvious compromise to your aesthetics and oral function. Unwanted gaps can lead to problems with your bite and cause uneven tooth wear, which causes further tooth loss.

What should I expect from the dental extraction procedure?

It starts with an examination using dental X-rays to determine the extent of damage and location of your tooth. This helps us to plan the best way to remove your tooth.

There are two types of extractions:

  • Simple extractions: A general extraction is ideal for teeth visible and accessible in the mouth. The dentist loosens the tooth from its socket with an elevator before removing it in one piece with forceps.
  • Surgical extractions: This is a more complex procedure suitable for impacted wisdom teeth or teeth broken at the gum line level. The doctor makes a small incision on the gums before removing some of the underlying bone to access the trapped tooth. Often, the doctor breaks the tooth into several pieces for easier removal. The final step is to clean and suture the surgical site to begin healing.

After treatment, we’ll discuss post-procedure instructions. Ensure you follow the instructions to the letter to prevent pain, infections, and other complications. We’’ll give you medications if necessary and home remedies to ensure an event-free recovery. However, if you experience prolonged discomfort or new symptoms, don’t hesitate to talk to us immediately.

Is tooth removal painful?

Hearing from your dentist that your tooth needs extraction can be nerve-wrecking, but you have nothing to worry about. We take every step to ensure you are comfortable and safe throughout the treatment.

We use local anesthetics to ensure you feel no pain during extractions. You may experience pressure as the dentist elevates the tooth in a back-and-forth motion, but you should feel no pain. If you feel any pain or pinching, inform us so we can adjust your comfort level.

Do you need a dental extraction in Blaine, WA?

Do you have a troublesome tooth that needs removal? Call (360) 332-8737 to schedule an appointment with our experienced dentists at Borderview Family Dental. We look forward to restoring your oral health.