Tooth Extractions South Holland, IL

As hard as the professionals at MINT dentistry work to preserve the natural teeth of our patients, there are times when removing a tooth is necessary to improve your overall dental health. Simple extractions are utilized to remove a tooth that has emerged from the gumline. Simple extractions are usually performed for a tooth that is irreparably decayed. A surgical extraction, meanwhile, removes one or more teeth that haven't erupted from the gumline, including the wisdom teeth. Regardless of your reason for requiring tooth removal, our compassionate team will ensure that you feel calm and cared for. Our practice in South Holland, IL provides many sedation methods, such as nitrous oxide and oral sedation, so you stay comfortable throughout your treatment. Reach out to our dental practice to set up an exam so we can decide if a tooth removal is the best way to proceed.

If you're suffering from an eroded tooth, our MINT dentistry team will start by trying to repair it with standard procedures like a tooth crown or oral fillings. If these treatments are not viable, tooth extraction might be recommended. Individuals might also require a dental extraction to remove teeth that cannot comfortably fit into their smile, including the wisdom teeth, which commonly grow in at around 17 – 21 years old. In older children, primary teeth that have yet to fall out might have to be taken out to create room for their permanent replacements. If you're thinking about getting traditional metal braces or Invisalign® aligners, you may need a tooth pulled to make room as they move into their proper position.

Our dentistry team in South Holland, IL performs extraction procedures using modern sedation techniques to ensure you are calm and comfortable during the extraction. The method of sedation we give you will be based on the type of extraction you need and whether or not you have any severe dental insecurities. Before the extraction begins, our caring team will make sure that you're relaxed. When everything is in place, we will carry out the extraction. For a simple tooth extraction, one of our dental care practitioners will use a careful approach and fine instruments to remove the tooth. A surgical extraction will begin with us creating an opening in your gum tissues to access the tooth. In certain cases, the tooth will be broken into smaller fragments, making it less difficult to extract. When the affected teeth are removed, we will sew the incision closed.

You may need to make arrangements for a responsible adult to take you home depending on the type of sedation used in the extraction. Your dentist will share specific instructions to speed along your recovery. The instructions will be different depending on the complexity of your extraction, but you may prefer to stick to a liquid or soft food diet for the first few days after your treatment. Your mouth may look puffy and feel uncomfortable after having a dental extraction, so we recommend using cool compresses as well as over-the-counter pain medications. In some cases, our team may prescribe you antibiotics or pain medication. In addition to any suggested appointments for check-ups, you need to continue to come in for biannual cleanings and thorough check-ups at our MINT dentistry facility in South Holland, IL so our team can keep caring for the health of your smile.

Dental insurance will usually pay for at least part of a dental extraction, but certain sedation methods may not be covered. After your appointment, we will speak to your insurance company to determine your policy coverage and calculate your remaining balance. For people who don't have dental insurance, our team can tell you how you can more easily cover your dental care with simple payment methods or low-interest financing.

Whether you're struggling with a decayed tooth or you simply need to make room in your mouth for your other teeth to grow properly, an extraction may boost the beauty of your smile and your overall oral health. Call for a dental exam with one of our dentists at our esteemed MINT dentistry location in South Holland, IL to get more information on extractions and the approaches we offer. Our knowledgeable team wants to keep you relaxed and help you receive the radiant smile you desire.