Safe Extractions, Stronger Foundations
While preserving natural teeth is always a priority, there are times when tooth extraction becomes necessary. If you are experiencing toothache or gum pain, schedule an evaluation with your dentist. During your visit, a dental X-ray will help assess the condition of your teeth. Extraction may be recommended in cases such as:
- Impacted teeth: Teeth that fail to emerge properly from the gums or jawbone.
- Crowding or small mouth: Limited space can cause teeth to shift, crack, or fail to emerge.
- Decay or infection: Severely decayed teeth may need removal to prevent further infection or chewing issues.
Although tooth extraction may seem intimidating, it is often essential for removing infections and improving overall oral health. Our team ensures a comfortable experience using customized anesthesia. Due to its effects, please arrange for a family member or friend to drive you home after the procedure.
Post-Extraction Care
After extraction, gauze will be applied to control bleeding and promote clot formation. We will provide detailed instructions to help the site heal properly. Most patients can resume normal activities within 48–72 hours. Follow-up appointments are recommended if any issues arise.
Approximately three months after extraction, options such as dental implants may be considered to replace the missing tooth.
Bone Grafting
At The Schiff & Moniz Dental Group, we offer bone grafting to strengthen the jaw and prevent complications like tooth loss or difficulty with implant placement. Bone grafting helps secure teeth and prepares the jaw for dental implants. Common reasons for bone grafting include:
- Jaw rebuild for dentures
- Tooth extraction
- Weak jawline for dental implants
- Bone loss due to gum disease
Our experienced dentists ensure a pain-free procedure and will carefully evaluate your jaw to determine the most suitable bone grafting option. Most patients can return to regular activities the day after the procedure. For dental implants, however, it is important to allow three to nine months for the bone graft to fully heal.
Bone grafting provides a strong, reliable foundation for dental implants, and our team will offer ongoing support throughout your recovery.
Contact The Schiff & Moniz Dental Group today to schedule an appointment and learn more about tooth extraction and bone grafting.
