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Have one or more impacted wisdom teeth removed before or after they erupt
Create space in the mouth when crowding is an issue
Extract a severely damaged tooth before the infection spreads to nearby teeth
Remove baby teeth that don’t fall out naturally
Protect the rest of your teeth!

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Tooth Extraction From Your Dentist in Fairfield

TOOTH EXTRACTION IN FAIRFIELD, CT

At Vayner Family Dentistry in Fairfield, our top priority is to help you maintain the health and beauty of your natural teeth for life! That said, we understand that sometimes extraction becomes necessary to avoid further oral problems. Such circumstances include:

When irreparable damage occurs due to infection or trauma, which may spread to nearby teeth if the tooth is not removed
When teeth crowding causes problems with your bite and the alignment of your teeth
When a tooth is impacted (meaning it has not erupted fully from the jawbone or is erupting at an angle) and may affect the health of surrounding teeth
When a child’s milk (baby) teeth do not fall out naturally to allow the permanent teeth to come in.

OUR TOOTH EXTRACTION PROCESS

The process of a tooth extraction starts with an X-Ray to evaluate the position of the tooth and the best way to extract it. Once determined, we administer local anesthesia to ensure your comfort during the procedure. Using dental instruments, we carefully loosen the tooth from its jaw bone socket, which may create a feeling of pressure at the site. Sometimes, a tooth may have to be extracted in pieces. Once the extraction is complete, we’ll clean the area and place a gauze pad at the extraction site to control bleeding.

It is important to note that you will need to keep the site clean to prevent infection and that you may feel some pain after the anesthesia wears off. We will prescribe painkillers to control pain, if necessary, and you may use an ice pack on the outside of your cheek if you experience swelling. Consume soft, cold foods, and avoid smoking, drinking, and using a straw. Have additional questions about tooth extractions? Let us know! We’d be happy to answer them.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I return to work or school after my extraction?

This procedure falls under the category of oral surgery, so patients should take at least the rest of the day off to rest and recover following an extraction. It’s also important to avoid too much strenuous activity afterward, as it can cause the blood clot to come loose from the socket, which would be painful and detrimental to the healing process. We recommend taking it easy for a few days to let your mouth heal.

Do I have to get a dental extraction?

Dental extractions are among the more invasive dental treatments patients can get, so they are only recommended if they are the best option for the patients’ oral health needs. We understand that extractions are intimidating, which is why our compassionate team does everything we can to make these services as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Vayner Family Dentistry also offers nitrous oxide sedation, so if you are interested in utilizing this option during your visit, please let us know.

What happens after my extraction?

If you have one or more teeth removed due to crowding or as part of your orthodontic treatment plan, all you’ll need to do is continue taking care of your teeth as you normally do. If you have teeth removed due to excessive damage or decay, we recommend replacing the tooth with a dental restoration. Vayner Family Dentistry offers several excellent tooth replacement options, including dental bridges, dental implants, and full and partial dentures. We can discuss replacement options during your visit, or you can schedule a separate consultation with our team.

SCHEDULE YOUR TOOTH EXTRACTION IN FAIRFIELD TODAY

If you are in need of extraction, contact Vayner Family Dentistry for a consultation today. Call us at (203) 336-1275.