Tooth Extractions in Stafford, VA
Wisdom Tooth and “Hopeless” Tooth Extractions in Stafford, VA
As dental professionals, our main goal is to help patients maintain their natural teeth for as long as possible. But, there are always those situations where extracting the tooth is the only option. Fortunately, with modern anesthesia and extraction techniques, extracting a wisdom tooth or 'hopeless' tooth is typically painless.
At Better Days Dental, we will take all necessary steps to save a tooth before recommending extraction. If you suspect a tooth is compromised by decay or injury and may require extraction, call Better Days Dental in Stafford for a consultation.
What Situations May Require a Tooth Extraction?
Typically, the primary consideration we use to determine whether a tooth can be saved is how much “healthy” tooth structure there is and whether the tooth can be restored. For example, if a tooth suffers a fracture at the gum line and extensive decay is present, it may be better to extract the tooth and replace it with a bridge or dental implant.Â
Some instances where we may recommend an extraction include:
- Dental trauma
- Extensive tooth decay
- Extra teeth (supernumerary teeth)
- Crowding
- Wisdom tooth complications
In cases where there is minimal decay or correctable injury, we may recommend a restorative dentistry procedure such as a dental crown.
Replace an Extracted Tooth
Unless it is a wisdom tooth, extracting the tooth is typically not the end of a treatment plan. If an extracted tooth is not replaced, neighboring teeth can shift, altering your bite and smile. The bone around the extracted tooth can also begin to resorb, changing your facial appearance. To prevent post-extraction complications, tooth replacement is often recommended.
Some of the most popular tooth replacement options include:
- Dental implants
- Dental bridges
- Partial dentures
The Better Days Dental team would be happy to discuss tooth replacement options with you.
Wisdom Tooth Extractions
It may seem like a rite of passage, but wisdom tooth extractions are only recommended on an as-needed basis. We may recommend an extraction if your dental arch does not have enough space for the wisdom tooth to erupt properly, or if we anticipate the wisdom tooth causing complications.Â
The best way to determine whether a wisdom tooth needs to be extracted is through an X-ray exam.
Request a Consultation
Worried your condition may require a tooth extraction? Call Better Days Dental today to speak with our team and get answers to your questions.