Tooth extractions in Largo

Are Teeth Extractions the Same as Oral Surgery Extractions?

The answer to this question is sometimes and maybe. Depending on the complexity of the procedure, you might need a simple tooth extraction or you may need an oral surgery extraction if you have a tooth that hasn't erupted sufficiently for your dentist to grasp it with forceps and remove it. If your tooth is badly decayed or damaged, you may need a root canal or another type of oral surgery to remove it. If you need to have a tooth pulled, call our GEOID office for an appointment.

When Is an Extraction My Only Option?

If you have severe disease or damage, then an extraction may be your only option. You'll be in less pain when the offending tooth is gone, so don't be apprehensive about it. If you remove a severely decayed tooth, you'll also eliminate the possibility that it abscesses, which can be a life-threatening situation. The following are times when tooth removal is the only option.

Primary Tooth

Sometimes, a primary tooth, also called a baby tooth, keeps a permanent tooth from erupting. In this case, the primary tooth must be extracted so that the permanent tooth can come in.

Overcrowding

The human mouth has 32 possible teeth, but not everyone has the capacity for all 32 at one time. This means that some teeth may erupt at an angle, some teeth may be misaligned, and some may become impacted. In these situations, an extraction is the best and only option. Those who need braces to straighten their teeth may need some teeth extracted so that there's enough room for all their teeth to be straight and in correct alignment.

Wisdom Teeth

Your wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars to come in and by the time they appear, usually in the late teens to mid-twenties, there may be insufficient room for them to erupt. This is another example of a time when extractions are the only option.

Is an Oral Surgery Extraction the Same as a Regular Extraction?

Usually, an oral surgery extraction is used for more difficult procedures such as an impacted tooth. If you have questions, call our Largo office and we'll be happy to answer them.

Can Severely Cracked, Broken, or Decayed Teeth Be Saved?

Whether your tooth can be saved or needs to be removed will be up to your dentist. While we make every effort to save a natural tooth, sometimes getting a tooth pulled is the only solution.

If I Have Advanced Periodontal Disease, Can My Tooth Be Removed?

If you have advanced periodontal disease, you've probably already lost several teeth because the disease attacks the ligaments that secure your teeth to your jaw. However, if you have a badly damaged tooth as well as advanced periodontal disease, your dentist can provide you with options that may include removing your tooth.

What's the Cost of Tooth Extractions?

Your tooth extraction cost will be unique to you and will depend on several factors that include:

• The complexity of the extraction
• The condition and location of the tooth
• Additional work needed
• The number of follow-up visits you need
• Any insurance coverage you have

Most insurance plans provide coverage for some or all of the cost of an extraction, but check with your plan provider before your appointment so we can give you the most accurate estimate possible.

What About Aftercare Instructions?

We'll provide you with the appropriate aftercare instructions so that you minimize your discomfort and expedite your healing. You should follow the instructions to the letter, especially for the first 24 hours. Avoid strenuous activity for the first 24 hours so that you don't break open or dislodge your clot and start bleeding again. If you have any problems or questions, be sure to call our Largo office promptly.

What's My Healing Time Going to Be?

Your tooth extraction healing time will be different from anyone else's because each individual has a unique physiology. Your healing time will depend on your age, overall health, the complexity of your procedure, and the location of the extraction.  Molar extractions and oral surgeries take longer to heal than other types of extractions. Be sure to call us if you have questions.

Need Tooth Extraction in Largo?

If you need to have a tooth pulled in the Largo area, call Florida Dental Centers Largo at (727) 219-9047, and we can help you. We'll schedule an appointment at a convenient time and answer all your questions. Our office is considered one of the best in the area, and we're sure you'll be happy with your experience.

Call us today. We look forward to speaking with you.