Extractions

What are tooth extractions?

Tooth extractions occur when the Ideal Dental of Tucson team removes wisdom teeth, other permanent teeth, or baby teeth during a minimally invasive surgical procedure. They use the latest advances in dentistry to ensure you achieve optimal results with minimal downtime.

Why might I need tooth extractions?

You might require tooth extractions for numerous reasons. Our doctors may recommend them to:

• Reduce tooth crowding
• Remove impacted wisdom teeth
• Remove baby teeth that don’t fall out
• Get rid of severely decayed teeth
• Prepare for dentures or dental implants
  
  

The highly trained team at Ideal Dental of Tucson only recommends tooth extractions when necessary. They ensure you stay relaxed and comfortable during the procedure. 

Are tooth extractions right for me?

To find out if tooth extractions are right for you, Dr. Ruiz and Dr. Williams review your oral health history and examine your mouth. They take dental X-rays to get a more detailed look at what’s underneath the surface of your teeth and gums.

What happens during the procedure?

The friendly staff at Ideal Dental of Tucson greets you when you arrive for tooth extractions. You relax in a comfortable reclining dental chair. Your provider gives you anesthesia, and sometimes, with a sedative to help you stay calm or fall asleep during surgery.

Dr. Ruiz or Dr. Williams make a tiny incision in your gums and removes diseased, damaged, or crowded teeth one at a time. He closes incisions and packs empty spaces with gauze to stop any bleeding.

After the procedure, it's sometimes good to have a friend or family member drive you home and follow all post-surgery instructions. Take medications as prescribed and follow a soft foods diet as needed. Also, don’t drink from a straw or rinse your mouth too vigorously as these actions create suction, which may delay healing by loosening any blood clots that may have formed.

What should I expect after tooth extractions?

If you’ve had teeth removed because of crowding, you might require orthodontic treatment after your gums heal. If extraction was necessary because of damaged or decayed teeth, Dr. Ruiz and Dr. Williams might recommend you undergo an additional procedure to insert dental implants that support artificial teeth.

If you experience tooth crowding, impacted wisdom teeth, or severe tooth decay, call Ideal Dental of Tucson to find out if you’re a good candidate for tooth extractions.