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When are Emergency Tooth Extractions Needed?
Permanent teeth are strong and enduring, but not completely indestructible. Variables like decay, gum disease and accidental injuries can cause extensive tooth damage. If the damage is beyond repair, you may need to have these teeth removed. Extraction is a last resort when other dental treatments fail to resolve serious dental issues. Dr. Drew Boyd from Urgent Dental of Denver is your go-to dentist for extractions in the Denver, Colorado area.
The following FAQs explain more about tooth extractions:
When is it necessary to remove a tooth?
We recommend extraction for the following reasons:
- A tooth has sustained irreparable damage from decay, oral infection or accidental injury.
- Teeth are seriously compromised by periodontal disease.
- Problems with overcrowding, making it impossible for teeth to accommodate themselves in your mouth
- Impacted wisdom teeth
If your tooth or teeth are causing extreme pain or are putting healthy teeth at risk, an emergency tooth extraction may be needed to remedy your situation without delay.
Do tooth extractions hurt?
The extraction process is done using local anesthetic to keep you comfortable and pain-free. Once the anesthesia wears off, you may feel pain, gum soreness, swelling or bleeding. You can take OTC or prescription medication to ease these symptoms. You should feel better within a few days to a week.
What does tooth extraction entail?
It’s important to note that tooth extractions are routine procedures. After an evaluation, Dr. Boyd will determine whether you need a simple or surgical extraction. We’ll numb your mouth for both types of extraction. For a simple extraction, we’ll use dental forceps to wiggle your tooth and pull it loose.
Impacted wisdom teeth require surgical extraction. Dr. Boyd will make a small incision in your gums, remove bone tissue to get access to your tooth, and pull it loose using forceps. If it’s easier, we may break your tooth and extract it in pieces. Afterward, we’ll stitch your gum so it can heal. Wisdom teeth extractions are often done using IV sedation along with anesthetic.
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What happens after the extraction procedure?
Expect a blood clot to form at the extraction site to expedite healing. Take care not to dislodge this blood clot, as it can lead to a painful condition called dry socket. Gum swelling, soreness and residual bleeding are normal after an extraction. Cold compresses on your cheek, pain medication and warm saltwater rinses can help relieve these symptoms.
What can I do to expedite my healing?
Dr. Boyd offers the following aftercare tips to promote a smoother recovery:
- Take pain medication as needed
- Place ice packs on your cheek to minimize swelling
- Rinse with warm saltwater to prevent infection
- Avoid smoking, alcoholic drinks and using a straw during recovery
- Follow a liquid or soft food diet
- Rest as much as possible until you feel better
Where can I go for emergency tooth extraction services near me?
We’ve got you covered at Urgent Dental of Denver, located in Denver, CO. Contact us at (720) 573-2629 for all your urgent dental care needs.
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Dr. Drew Boyd
Dr. Drew Boyd’s compassionate spirit and gentle, calm demeanor enable many patients, especially those
with dental fear, to easily access high-quality oral health care.
He studied at the University of
Michigan and the University
of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. He has
specialized experience in emergency dentistry, having practiced it for most of his career. The fact that
he is available for patients at all times, even when virtually no other dental services are open, is
much appreciated by patients.
Incorporating cutting-edge dental techniques and philosophies and up-to-date technology allows Dr. Boyd
to deliver urgent, general, and cosmetic dental services. He strives to provide a unique, personalized
experience to patients where they are respected, valued, and feel their concerns are heard. Patients
trust him as he provides them with a safe and comfortable environment and involves them when planning
treatments.