Tooth Extractions in Norcross, GA

Maintaining the integrity of your original teeth is key to our dental professionals at MINT dentistry, but there may be times when a tooth needs to be removed in order to optimize your oral health. A simple extraction is offered to take care of a tooth that can be seen above the gum tissues. This type of removal is typically offered for teeth that are irreparably damaged. On the other hand, a surgical extraction removes one or more teeth that are underneath the gumline, including your third molars. Whatever your reason is for having to have a tooth extraction, our compassionate staff will keep you feeling comfortable and taken care of. Our office in Norcross, GA utilizes several sedation options, like nitrous oxide and oral sedation, to help keep you relaxed during your treatment. Call MINT dentistry to get more information or to set up an appointment so we can decide if you require a tooth to be removed.

A crown and tooth-colored filling are options our MINT dentistry team provides when one of your teeth is eroded. Although, if these procedures are not suitable, a tooth extraction could be provided. Patients could also have to have a tooth extraction to address teeth that cannot comfortably suit their smile, such as the wisdom teeth, which tend to grow around 17 – 21 years old. At a certain point, baby teeth that have not come loose may need to be taken out to create space for the new teeth. If you're considering metal braces or Invisalign® orthodontics, you may need a tooth pulled to make room as your remaining teeth move into their proper position.

The extraction procedures performed at our office in Norcross, GA are completed with safe sedation methods to help you stay at ease during your appointment. The form of sedation you get will be based on the kind of tooth extraction procedure you're receiving and if you have any preexisting dental worries. Before your extraction starts, our caring team will ensure that you're calm. Once you're ready, we will carry out the procedure. For a simple extraction, one of our dental professionals will use precise techniques and tools to take out the tooth. Surgical extractions will begin with our team making incisions in your gum tissues to reach the tooth. In a few cases, the tooth is separated into smaller fragments, rendering it easier to pull out. Once the impacted teeth are removed, we will close the incisions.

We recommend arranging to have a family or friend pick you up after you’ve had a procedure where sedation was used. Our team will provide you with specific instructions to speed along your healing phase. Your tips will vary, depending on the technique used for your dental extraction, but most patients prefer to eat a liquid or soft food diet for at least a few days following their operation. Your face might be swollen and feel sensitive following a dental removal so we advise using cool compresses or drugstore painkillers. In some cases, we might prescribe you antibiotics and painkillers. In accompaniment with any suggested follow-up appointments, you should continue to come in for twice-yearly cleanings and yearly exams at our MINT dentistry facility in Norcross, GA so our dentists can keep caring for your smile.

Most of the time, dental insurance will cover part of a tooth extraction, but some sedation options may not be covered. After your appointment, our team will get in touch with your insurance company to confirm your specific coverage and estimate any uncovered expenses. For people who don't have insurance, our billing specialists can explain how you can more easily cover your dental care with convenient payment methods or low-interest financing.

Making room for orthodontics could mean extracting an eroded tooth so that you can still achieve the sexy smile you’ve always wanted. Schedule a dental exam with one of our dental professionals at our esteemed MINT dentistry location in Norcross, GA to find out more about extractions and the forms we provide. Our highly trained team wants to keep you at ease and help you achieve the sultry smile of your dreams.