Dr. Aminlari will examine your tooth and take digital scans to assess the level of damage or decay. If the tooth can be saved with some other treatment, we will discuss this with you.
Local anesthesia is administered to numb the mouth. If you prefer to be sedated for the procedure, this is an option for you. This will make you very relaxed and relieve dental anxiety.
To gain access to impacted teeth, we will make a surgical incision into the gums. If any bone is blocking the tooth, this will also be removed. The tooth is then sectioned for easier removal.
Using a dental elevator, the tooth will be loosened. The elevator rocks the tooth in the socket until the ligaments are severed.
Forceps are used to pull out the tooth once it’s very loose.
Any incisions will be closed with sutures. Gauze will be placed in the socket to stop the bleeding.
No, extractions are not painful because we numb your mouth with a local anesthetic. However, some patients may feel disturbed, uncomfortable, or anxious by the noises, pressures, and pulling sensations that accompany extractions.
Many patients wish to be sedated so that they don’t need to be aware of their surroundings. We can make these arrangements so that you feel as comfortable as possible.
