Have we recently told you that a tooth extraction will keep your smile healthy? If so, you may wonder how removing a tooth is a helpful treatment. You may also wonder what to expect. First, it is important to recognize that our goal is to protect your smile, which means we will only suggest the removal of a tooth if absolutely essential. Another priority of ours is to ensure our patients feel at ease and comfortable. Whatever worries or concerns you have regarding extractions, we encourage you to clear up confusion and regain a sense of confidence regarding your upcoming treatment by learning more with the following quiz:
Extraction Quiz: True or False?
- True or False: Extractions may be a bit uncomfortable but they are over very quickly.
- True or False: We suggest extractions when your tooth is too severely damaged or infected to remain in your mouth any longer.
- True or False: After your extraction you will need to deal with the open space in your mouth – this is worthwhile because your mouth will be healthy.
- True or False: Healing after a tooth extraction is simple – you will simply need to eat soft foods and avoid dislodging the clots that form.
Answer Key
- False. Before beginning an extraction – just like with any treatment – we will apply an anesthetic to your tooth and the surrounding tissue. You will be numb for a relaxing experience. We will monitor your comfort throughout the procedure, so you continue to feel at ease.
- True. We will only suggest the removal of your tooth when other restorative treatments cannot rescue it and allow it to remain in your mouth. Or, if the tooth is threatening other teeth and tissues, we may suggest removal.
- False. We will immediately speak with your about replacing your tooth with a beautiful, stable dental implant.
- True. You may need to rest and will need to be careful not to disturb the clot formation. You should heal quickly.
ABOUT YOUR DOWNEY, CA, DENTISTS:
Dr. Hadis Reyhani, Dr. Ben Reyhani, and Dr. Pasha Hakimzadeh, DDS, provide a wealth of combined experience, along with innovative technology and personalized care, to help improve our patients’ dental health so they can enjoy smiling again. To schedule a consultation, call Downey Family Cosmetic Dentistry today at (562) 472-2433.
