Dental Extractions

No one wants to hear that they need to have a tooth removed; you might feel uncertain about the procedure and wonder if your smile will ever be the same. At Rehoboth Beach Dental, we understand that the word “extraction” can be scary, but we want to assure you that we’ll guide you through the process and work with you to create a treatment plan to restore your oral health.

We offer gentle dental extractions to our patients in Rehoboth Beach and the surrounding area, and we’ll do our best to alleviate your fears before, during, and after this straightforward procedure.

When Is Extraction Necessary?

Our experienced dental team will always try to preserve your natural teeth, but there are times when removing one or more teeth is the best option for your smile.

Here are the most common reasons for an extraction:

• Severe decay — When you have a cavity that’s too large for a dental filling, extraction may be the only other option.
• Severe gum disease — Untreated gum disease can lead to loose teeth; when your gums can no longer support your teeth, we may need to remove them.
• Badly broken tooth — If your tooth is broken down to the root, we may not be able to repair it, making an extraction the next logical step.
• Crowded or impacted teeth — Removing teeth that don’t have enough room in your mouth is the best treatment option, realigning your smile or getting you ready for orthodontics.

When you visit our office for a dental extraction, this is what you can expect:

1. First, we will use a local anesthetic to numb the area so you won’t feel anything during the procedure.
2. Once you’re comfortable, we’ll use a special dental tool to loosen your tooth from its socket.
3. Then, we’ll carefully remove your tooth. If necessary, we can make a small incision and remove it in smaller pieces.
4. We will clean the socket, stitch it closed if we need to, and place gauze on the area to help a clot form.
5. Before you leave, we’ll give you care instructions and answer your questions.

That’s it!

For questions about the dental extraction process, or if you’d like to schedule a consultation or appointment, we will happily assist you! At Rehoboth Beach Dental, we’ll do everything we can to ensure you receive the comfortable treatment you deserve.

Please reach out to us at (302) 226-7960 to get started today.