Tooth Extractions Des Plaines
Make Space for a Healthier Smile
Under ideal conditions, teeth can last an entire lifetime! At Brite Smiles in Des Plaines, we do all we can to help our patients retain their natural dentition for as long as possible. In some cases, though, tooth extractions are necessary in order to make way for a healthier smile. If you require the removal of one or more teeth, you can be confident that we will handle your procedure with the utmost care and a high regard for your comfort.
Why Choose Brite Smiles for Tooth Extractions?
- Sedation Available for Nervous or Sensitive Patients
- Able to Perform Wisdom Tooth Extractions In-House
- Friendly & Caring Dentists & Support Staff
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
Some common reasons for tooth extractions include:
- There is severe damage or decay on a tooth that cannot be repaired via more conservative means.
- Removing teeth can be essential to make room in the mouth for orthodontic treatment.
- Extracting teeth can ensure success with restorations such as dentures.
- If a child’s temporary tooth will not fall out on its own, extraction might be needed to allow permanent teeth to grow properly.
- An impacted tooth that fails to emerge can cause complications and must be removed to prevent further issues. This is often true of wisdom teeth.
- Removing teeth can prevent infections and other oral health problems from spreading and causing additional damage.
The Process of Removing a Tooth
During a simple or non-surgical tooth extraction, we start by numbing your mouth so you will be comfortable throughout the procedure. We might also administer sedation. Once you are settled in, we use an instrument called an elevator to lift the tooth out of its socket. Then, we rock it back and forth to break the connective tissues holding it in place. After the tooth is out, we clean the socket and place gauze to control bleeding.
If you require a surgical extraction, the process is more complex. It might be necessary to create incisions in the gums or break the tooth into pieces.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
You can support your body’s healing process by following these guidelines:
- Take any medications as prescribed by our team.
- Start regularly rinsing your mouth with warm salt water after the first 24 hours.
- Do not smoke or chew tobacco.
- Eat soft foods.
- Prop your head up on pillows to keep it elevated when you are resting.
- Avoid strenuous physical activity.
- Call us if you experience any unusual or concerning symptoms.
We also strongly advise you to attend all recommended follow-up appointments. In most cases, it is necessary to replace missing teeth in order to avoid future oral health complications, such as a misaligned bite and additional tooth loss.
