Your periodontist, Dr. Petra Mayer, performs tooth extractions for patients with damaged teeth. Sometimes when a tooth is damaged, it's best for the health of your mouth to remove it completely. Keep reading for signs your tooth needs to be extracted, and contact us today if you need a tooth extraction in Albuquerque, NM!
Signs you need a tooth extracted
When a tooth is hopelessly decayed or damaged, it's best for the health of your mouth to have it completely removed. These are some reasons you may need an extraction:
- Damage by trauma
- A tooth cracked below the gum line
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Overcrowding
In these cases, removing teeth would be beneficial for the health of your mouth, and sometimes it's necessary to remove teeth for orthodontic treatment, too. You may have some swelling and discomfort for a couple of days, so we can recommend anti-inflammatory medication to help.
Extractions
If you need a tooth extraction in Albuquerque, NM, don't panic! This is a routine procedure for your periodontist, and your mouth will feel back to normal in just a few days.
Your appointment will likely start with an x-ray. This helps your doctor assess the tooth and predict any complications with the extraction. Typically, you will be numbed with local anesthesia, but other sedatives like oral medication and nitrous oxide can be used as well. A tooth may need to be sectioned, or broken into pieces, to remove each root.
After the extraction, the empty socket is packed with gauze to stop any bleeding. It's important to adhere to a soft food diet while you heal and call us if you notice any complications. Come see your periodontist in Albuquerque, NM, when you need a tooth extraction. To book an appointment with Dr. Mayer, call (505) 881-2400.