Tooth Extractions: What You Need To Know - Complete Smiles
At Complete Smiles, we understand that no one wants to hear that they need a tooth extraction. However, sometimes this procedure is necessary in order to protect your oral health. Today, our team is going to share some information with you about tooth extractions so that you know what to expect if this procedure is recommended for you. Tooth extractions are usually pretty straightforward. The first step is numbing the area around the tooth so that you won’t feel any pain during the procedure. Next, our team will gently remove the tooth. In some cases, the tooth may need to be broken into smaller pieces before it can be removed. Once the tooth is out, we will make sure that the area is clean and free of any debris. In most cases, you won’t need any stitches after a tooth extraction. However, we may place a gauze pad over the area to help control bleeding. You will need to bite down on the gauze for about 30 minutes after the procedure. After a tooth extraction, it’s important to take c...