Protect Your Smile & Eradicate Pain With Tooth Extraction Services

At Tomken Dental in Mississauga, we know that tooth extraction can sometimes be necessary to maintain a patient’s overall oral health. While the service may seem daunting, it’s an incredibly common and effective procedure that offers a range of benefits.

Why a Tooth Might Need to Be Removed

Tooth extraction may be recommended and/or necessary for several reasons:

• Severe Decay: When a tooth has experienced significant decay and restorations, such as fillings, crowns, or root canal therapy, are not options to save it, extraction can become necessary to prevent infection and protect surrounding teeth.
• Infection: Tooth infections that do not respond to antibiotics or root canal treatment may require extraction to prevent the spread of infection.
• Crowding: In some cases, teeth may need to be removed to make space for orthodontic treatment or to address overcrowding issues.
• Impacted Wisdom Teeth: It’s common for wisdom teeth to not have enough space to emerge properly, which can lead to pain, infection, or damage to adjacent teeth.

Safe & Effective Tooth Extraction

Tooth extraction is performed by our skilled and experienced dentist using proven techniques and technologies. We ensure the procedure is as comfortable and efficient as possible, and we’re focused on doing all we can to minimize discomfort and promote quick recovery. Local anesthesia is used to numb the area, and sedation options are available to help you feel relaxed during the procedure.

Post-Extraction Care

To ensure a smooth recovery, it’s important that patients:

• Follow Post-Op Instructions: Adhere to any specific care instructions provided by our team.
• Manage Pain and Swelling: Use prescribed medications or over-the-counter pain relievers as directed. Applying an ice pack to the outside of your face can help reduce any swelling.
• Maintain Oral Hygiene: Gently brush your teeth and rinse your mouth with warm salt water to keep the area clean. Avoid brushing directly on the extraction site for a few days.
• Avoid Certain Foods: Steer clear of hard, crunchy, or sticky foods that can irritate the extraction site. Stick to soft foods and drink plenty of fluids.

At Tomken Dental, we are committed to helping you protect and optimize your smile with care that’s tailored, compassionate, and efficient. If you know or suspect you need to have one or more teeth extracted, we’d be happy to examine your smile and provide a treatment plan to help. Call us today!