Extractions

Dentistry's goal is to promote good oral health and comfort so that you can lead a healthier life and eat the foods you love. Your Sioux Falls dentist recommends dental extractions only as a last resort to protect your health, eliminate symptoms, or reduce pain—and we never make them lightly.

Conditions That May Require a Tooth Extraction

If you have injuries involving your head and neck, it is essential to seek immediate medical treatment. We can address your dental concerns once any life-threatening injuries have been ruled out.

Common conditions requiring dental extraction:

• Overcrowding
• Wisdom teeth
• Non-restorable fractures
• Advanced periodontal disease
• Unsuccessful root canal therapy
• A tooth broken at the gumline
• Trauma due to an accident

In many cases, we can plan for tooth replacement treatment before beginning your extraction so that we have a plan in place to restore your smile. We will not need to replace missing teeth in cases of overcrowding or wisdom tooth extractions.

Our dentists will explain all your options and help you make a confident decision regarding your oral health.

We understand that many of our patients have concerns about dental extractions. Will it hurt? What will happen to my oral health? How will it affect the appearance of my smile?

We'll take the time to ensure we address all these concerns and answer your questions.

Your Dental Extraction Procedure

We prioritize patient comfort. Our dentist always uses appropriate anesthetic levels and waits for it to take effect before beginning. Our team communicates well and is here to answer your questions. Together, we will design a solution that addresses each of your concerns.

We strive to provide efficient, effective, and successful dental extractions so that you can quickly begin your road to recovery.

Surgical extractions involve teeth that have not fully erupted from the gums. This often occurs when there is insufficient space for the tooth or it grows at an angle. This condition, known as impaction, often causes pain and jaw discomfort. Removing your tooth can dramatically improve your comfort and protect your remaining teeth.

Simple extractions involve teeth that have erupted fully from the gums. In the case of simple extractions, we can see the crown of the tooth before we begin. They usually do not require stitches during the healing process.

Properly caring for your surgical site is critical:

• Gently clean the area.
• Avoid smoking cigarettes or drinking through a straw.
• Avoid chewing on the area during the healing process.
• Follow the aftercare instructions provided by your dentist.

Contact Your Dentist in Sioux Falls Today

Do you have a damaged or broken tooth? Do you need restoration dentistry or an extraction in Sioux Falls, SD?

Contact us to schedule an evaluation to get essential answers regarding your oral health and smile.

We look forward to welcoming you to our dental practice.