An extraction is the removal of one or more teeth. Typically, if a tooth is beyond repair or the bone around it cannot support the tooth, an extraction is recommended. Extractions can also be needed if a tooth is erupting at the wrong angle or there is not enough room for the tooth to come in, such as with wisdom teeth.
If you believe you need to have a tooth removed, contact Orchard Family Dentistry to have us evaluate the tooth, as it is one of the many general dentistry services we offer. We do not recommend removing the tooth yourself as this may worsen the situation or you may leave behind parts or pieces of the tooth.
Patients can take 200 mg of Ibuprofen combined with 500 mg of Tylenol every 4-6 hours to relieve any discomfort. Studies have shown that this combination of over the counter medication has a similar or better analgesic effect than an opioid.
As most prescribed pain medications cannot be called in, patients will need to come into the office to have the area evaluated before receiving a written prescription for pain.
Antibiotics are not typically recommended unless an infection surfaces after the tooth has been extracted. The area will be evaluated with the dentist before an antibiotic is prescribed.
At Orchard Family Dentistry, we believe it is our responsibility to provide a comfortable and friendly environment for our patients. We support our patient’s needs using gentle techniques and placing the highest priority on the quality of our dental work as well as our connection with our patients.
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