Tooth Extractions
Removing a tooth that cannot be saved, with comfort options and clear aftercare.
Removing a tooth that cannot be saved or should not stay. That covers a baby tooth broken beyond repair, a badly infected tooth, and occasionally a healthy tooth that is blocking the bite.
The area is numbed thoroughly, then the tooth is eased out rather than pulled hard. Dr. Dan Truong works at your child's pace and explains each step before it happens.
Leaving a hopeless tooth in place means recurring pain, infection that can spread, and risk to the adult tooth forming underneath. Removing it stops that, and Dr. Dan Truong will discuss holding the space afterwards.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about tooth extractions.
Most children are awake, with the area numbed thoroughly first, and Dr. Truong explains what your child will feel before anything begins. For a nervous child, nitrous oxide can help them relax. When several teeth need treatment or a child cannot manage a visit awake, in-office general anesthesia with a visiting anesthesiologist is also an option.
There is usually soreness for a day or two. You will get specific aftercare instructions and advice on managing discomfort before you leave.
Sometimes. If a back baby tooth comes out early, a space maintainer may be needed to stop the other teeth drifting into the gap.
Soft foods and cool drinks for the first day, no straws, and nothing that needs hard chewing on that side. The written instructions cover the details.
Occasionally. When a tooth is due out soon anyway, removing it can beat a large treatment that may still fail. Dr. Truong will say when that applies.