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Tooth Extraction/Wisdom Tooth Removal

While we strive to help our patients keep all their natural teeth, there often comes a time when a tooth needs to be removed. Extractions are done with care and compassion at New Port Richey Dentistry. We understand how upsetting it can be to have a tooth removed. It can affect your appearance and your ability to form words correctly. Extractions are a last resort for dental care at New Port Richey Dentistry Dentistry; however, when removal is the only option, we handle the procedure gently. Conditions That May Require a Tooth Extraction

If you have head and neck injuries, it is essential to seek immediate medical treatment. We can address your dental concerns once any life-threatening injuries have been ruled out.

In many cases, we can plan for tooth replacement treatment before beginning your extraction so that we have a plan in place to restore your smile. We will not need to replace missing teeth in cases of overcrowding or wisdom tooth extractions.

Common conditions requiring dental extraction:

Overcrowding
Wisdom teeth
Non-restorable fractures
Advanced periodontal disease
Unsuccessful root canal therapy
A tooth has broken at the gum line
Trauma due to an accident

Personalized Dental Treatment Options

Our dentists will explain all your options and help you make a confident decision regarding your oral health.

We understand that many of our patients have concerns about dental extractions. Will it hurt? What will happen to my oral health? How will it affect the appearance of my smile?

We'll take the time to ensure we address all these concerns and answer your questions.

Your Dental Extraction Procedure

We make patient comfort a top priority. Our dentist will always use appropriate anesthetic levels and wait for it to take effect before beginning. Our team communicates well and will be here to answer your questions. Together, we will design a solution that addresses each of your concerns.

We strive to provide efficient, effective, and successful dental extractions so that you can get on the road to recovery quickly.

Surgical extractions involve teeth that have not fully erupted from the gums. This often occurs when there is insufficient space for the tooth or it is growing in at an angle. This condition, known as impaction, often causes pain and jaw discomfort. Removing your teeth can dramatically improve your comfort and protect your remaining teeth.

Simple extractions involve teeth that have erupted fully from the gums. In the case of simple extractions, we can see the crown of the tooth before we begin. They usually do not require stitches during the healing process.

Properly caring for your surgical site is critical:

Gently clean the area.
Avoid smoking cigarettes or drinking through a straw.
Avoid chewing on the area during the healing process.
Follow aftercare instructions provided by your dentist.

Contact us to schedule an evaluation to get important answers regarding your oral health and smile.

We look forward to welcoming you to our dental practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there another option for me other than a dental extraction?

We are in the business of protecting teeth. When we recommend a dental extraction, it is only because no other option exists and we need to remove your tooth to relieve symptoms or to protect your oral health. A dental extraction is not the end of the world, though it does create some concerns for our patients. We are here to help. While you may have some anxiety about you dental extraction, we always strive to provide gentle, comfortable treatment by using appropriate levels of anesthetic to make sure you don’t feel any pain. Losing a tooth can cause concern about your smile and being able to eat the food you need to stay healthy and that you enjoy. We offer many tooth-replacement options to complete your smile. We will go over all of your options at your appointment and start an appropriate plan to have you feeling yourself again as quickly as possible. Dental extractions are sometimes avoidable with preventive and restorative dentistry. If you notice something is wrong or if you feel any symptoms, including pain or swelling, contact us right away. Acting fast will often give us the opportunity to save your tooth. Give us a call to schedule a dental appointment.

Will my dental extraction hurt?

One of the priorities in our dental office is to provide comfortable, gentle dentistry for our patients. Dental extraction treatment is no different. Before we begin, we will discuss your history with dental care. If you have difficulty getting numb, let us know. We can take some extra time anesthetizing your tooth to make sure you have a comfortable experience. Gentle care is important to us and since each patient is different, we will discuss any concerns you may have before we even begin.

It is normal to have some discomfort and swelling following a dental extraction. Typically, this can be addressed with over-the-counter medication such as ibuprofen. We will talk to you about dosing recommendations and what to expect as you recover. Fortunately, the human mouth heals fairly quickly, as long as you avoid certain behaviors such as smoking and drinking through a straw following treatment.

You will likely feel a dramatic improvement in a couple of days and will feel completely healed within a week or two. We will schedule a follow-up exam to monitor your healing and make sure that everything is on track. We will be here with you every step of the way.

We also offer a number of options for replacing missing teeth, if necessary. Contact us for an appointment and we will go over everything with you, so you feel comfortable with your dental treatment.

What are my options after an extraction?

A dental extraction poses many questions regarding the future of your smile and your oral health. Unless you have a wisdom tooth extracted, we recommend replacing a missing tooth. This will prevent your teeth from shifting and causing additional problems with your oral health. When your teeth shift, it can expose roots and cause problems with your bite. When you replace a missing tooth, you prevent the shifting that occurs with tooth loss.

Additionally, replacing missing teeth makes it easier to chew and to smile confidently.

We offer a number of options to meet your needs:

Fixed dental bridge – We can replace a missing tooth with an artificial tooth anchored by two dental crowns. We will match your dental bridge to your existing teeth for an esthetic result.

Partial denture – If you are missing multiple teeth, we can replace multiple teeth at once with a partial denture. Partial dentures come in either a metal base or a lightweight acrylic base. We will discuss which option will work best for you.

Complete denture – If you are facing dental extractions of all of your teeth on your upper or lower arch, a complete denture will replace all of your teeth at once. Our dentures are highly esthetic and fit comfortably.

Implant - Dental implants are intended to blend in seamlessly with your natural teeth.

One of the advantages of this is that you can brush them and floss them the same as you would with your regular teeth. While implants never get cavities (and never need root canals!), you still want to continue brushing and flossing to keep your natural teeth and your gums healthy.

How long does it take for a tooth extraction to heal?

You can expect discomfort for the next two weeks as the extraction site is clotting but it takes up to 4-6 months for the bone to fill the extraction site and to fully stabilize and heal. At that time, you have the option to begin teeth replacement treatment (for example, permanent denture treatment or implant placement).

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Rachel Zinzalet DMD

Dr. Rachel Zinzalet was raised in central Connecticut. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Rhode Island in 2011. After graduation, she worked in a dental office as a patient coordinator before completing her dental degree at Midwestern University.

Dr. Rachel is committed to continuing education and being current on the latest research and technologies. She believes it is important to provide exceptional patient care. One of her favorite aspects of dentistry is building relationships with patients, allowing her to understand her patients and create individualized patient treatment. Professionally ...