Tooth Extraction in Appleton

How Much Does a Tooth Extraction Cost?

There's no one price for an extraction. Some extractions are more complicated and require an oral surgeon to remove the tooth, which will cost more. Dental insurance may cover all or a portion of the fee; please ask us. Your dentist can give you an estimate of your cost beforehand.

What Is a Surgical Extraction?

During a traditional dental extraction, your dentist will loosen the tooth and then use forceps to pull it out. Of course, this will only happen after the dentist has numbed the area first. If the tooth isn't visible, or only a small portion is showing, our dentist will refer you to an oral surgeon who will have to make an incision in your gum to reach the tooth and remove it.

When Do Dentists Recommend Tooth Removal?

Gum disease, trauma, or severe decay may make it impossible for your dentist to save your tooth. The extraction will stop any pain you're feeling, but you'll have a gap in your smile. Your dentist will explain how you can replace the tooth and why you should.

Can I Have Severely Decayed, Cracked, or Broken Teeth Pulled at the Dentist?

Certainly. Your dentist may suggest a root canal to preserve the tooth, but if it won't preserve your tooth, your dentist will pull it. You may not like the idea, but remember, your dentist is interested in preserving your oral health.

Why Is My Dentist Recommending Pulling My Child's Baby Tooth?

Sometimes, a baby tooth just won't fall out, even then the adult tooth is trying to emerge. In other cases, a dentist will suggest pulling a badly decayed baby tooth, or one that was damaged in a fall and is causing your child intense pain. Our dentist and the dental team are experts at making children comfortable. Please call for an appointment if your child has a tooth giving them problems.

Will I Need a Tooth Pulled If I Have Severe Gum Disease?

You may if you have a tooth that is loose. It can make chewing very painful. It's better to have a dentist remove the tooth, so there is less chance of infection. Getting a tooth pulled when it already wiggles around in your mouth is a straightforward procedure and very quick, but we would rather see you before your periodontal disease advances this far.

Why Do So Many People Have Their Wisdom Teeth Extracted?

Wisdom teeth usually appear when individuals are in their late teens or in their early 20s. Unfortunately, many people don't have room in their jaw to accommodate four extra molars in their mouth. Sometimes, the teeth are trapped under the gum and an oral surgeon must remove them. Other times, they emerge, sometimes at an angle, and start painfully pressing against your teeth. If your wisdom teeth are visible in your mouth, your dentist can pull them if they are hurting or making it impossible to keep your other back teeth clean.

What If My Teeth Are Too Crowded?

Teeth extractions before getting braces are common if your teeth are too crowded. The extractions give the teeth room to straighten out.

What Do I Do After a Tooth Extraction?

You'll leave the dental office with gauze over the extraction site. The site may bleed for a little while. Your dentist will give you detailed instructions, which often includes not using a straw or smoking for a few days. Anything that creates suction in your mouth can dislodge the blood clot forming at the tooth extraction site. You should still brush and floss normally, carefully avoiding the extraction site. Your dentist may recommend an OTC pain reliever and give you additional instructions.

What's the Average Tooth Extraction Healing Time?

It will help you heal faster if you rest the day after your procedure with your head elevated. Avoid any vigorous or strenuous activity. If you follow your dentist's aftercare instructions, the site should heal in about one week. If you have a molar extracted, it may take a few days more. Surgical extractions usually heal within two weeks.

If you need a tooth extraction in Appleton, please call us today at (920) 241-3397 to schedule a dental exam.