Extractions
It is the goal of all our patients to keep their natural teeth as long as possible, but this isn’t always an option. Extractions are sometimes performed to remove a tooth, whether from gum disease, decay, being impacted, or because a tooth is broken and will likely fall out on its own.
We also perform extractions in order to prevent infection or other complications, though some patients need their wisdom teeth pulled or another tooth extracted due to overcrowding.
Extractions are performed right here at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists office and we make the process as comfortable as possible for our patients. After we have removed the tooth, Dr. Denise VeyVoda provides patients with important after-care instructions, including the following:
- Patients are coming out of anesthesia, therefore they need a ride home.
- Patients are given instructions for medications to take when they get home.
- Gauze must be reapplied at home whenever it gets soaked.
- Patients are advised to drink liquids or eat only soft foods for a few days.
- Patients must never use a straw as the sucking motion can remove the blood clot.
Extractions are never fun, but we make them easier. Visit us in Oyster Bay, NY to learning more about tooth extractions.
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