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While one of the top priorities of dental medicine is the preservation of a patient’s natural teeth, it is sometimes necessary to remove a troubled pearly white to preserve the health of the rest of the smile. In cases like these, your dentist will probably recommend tooth extraction, but it’s understandable that the thought of removing a tooth might make you nervous. Here’s a brief overview of a few common misconceptions about tooth extractions and how your dentist will make the process as comfortable as possible for you.
While many people can benefit from having their wisdom teeth removed, this is not always necessary. If your jaw is sufficiently developed, you may be able to keep your third molars without any problems, and it’s best to leave them in place if nothing is wrong. However, a necessary wisdom tooth extraction can bring an end to constant pain and prevent destructive oral infections.
While tooth extraction may be the best way to eliminate or prevent a destructive oral infection, your dentist will only recommend it as a last resort. In many cases, an infected or damaged tooth can be saved and restored with treatments like tooth-colored fillings, dental crowns, root canals, scaling and root planing, and antibiotic treatment. Your dentist will be happy to explain the best way to preserve your oral health during your consultation.
It’s perfectly understandable for many people to assume that the extraction process must be horribly painful, but your dentist will do everything possible to ensure your comfort throughout the process and the recovery afterward. Extractions always begin with the patient receiving an appropriate anesthetic to render the procedure painless, and your dentist may recommend sedation treatment if you need extra help staying still and calm. You’ll also receive detailed aftercare instructions to help you enjoy a smooth healing process.
Don’t let anxiety about tooth extractions make you suffer through the miserable agony that severely infected or damaged teeth can cause. If your dentist recommends removing a tooth, you can rest assured it is the best way to maintain your oral health.
Center for Advanced Dentistry protects the smiles of the good people of San Jose. Led by Drs. Steve Lim and Jacob DeVinney, the staff ensures that each patient receives the finest oral healthcare available in a clean and welcoming office environment. Areas of expertise include general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry as well as tooth extractions. If you are concerned about the health of one or more of your teeth, contact the practice online or dial (408) 292-2848.
Our office is strategically positioned in San Jose, CA, along North Bascom Avenue, offering easy connectivity to major transportation routes and centrally accessible from neighboring communities. The suite is housed within a professional complex with convenient parking options and straightforward building navigation for visitors.
