A tooth extraction gently removes a tooth from its socket.The word extraction comes from ex- meaning out or away and trahere, to pull. It's important to allow the numbness to sink in fully. The dentist checks the depth of the anesthesia by making a small incision around the tooth. Once confirmed that the patient is completely numb the incision is lengthened and the gum tissue is gently pulled away from the tooth requiring removal. If any of the surrounding bone is in the way, it is then removed. If needed, the tooth is sectioned into pieces and which are removed. Finally, stitches are placed so the gum lays back into place. The more gentle the procedure, the better the possiblility of avoiding a tooth extraction dry socket.
A molar tooth extraction may be necessary due to extensive tooth decay, crown or root fracture, or due to severe periodontal disease. Second molars are occasionally removed for orthodontic purposes but new orthodontic techniques are available to avoid second molar extraction. The most common is the wisdom or third molar extraction. Most people do not have the room in their mouths to allow their wisdom teeth to properly fit inside the dental arch. The most common tooth requiring removal is the wisdom tooth.
Most tooth extraction procedures go well, take less than an hour and are done in our office and our dental practice will see emergency patients who need oral surgery. The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC believe that most patients should be placed on a dental antibiotic after any oral surgery to help avoid possible tooth extraction complications. All patients are checked one week after their tooth extraction procedure and there is no additional fee for this visit if it's solely to check the surgery site.
The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. Because we know that dental infections can be serious, our dental group offers patients comprehensive dental services including oral surgery, wisdom tooth extraction and more. Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky has been performing the dental surgery for our practice for over two and a half decades. If you need a tooth extraction or would just like to get a better idea of your tooth extraction cost, consider making a consultation appointment with Atlanta Family Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky by calling 404-874-7428.