When a patient requires restorative dental work, the goal will be to provide it while using the most conservative treatment approach possible. A tooth extraction is only arranged when there are no treatment options that will allow you to keep the tooth in place. If this procedure is required, our Charles City, IA dentist’s office can take care to safely remove a tooth while minimizing discomfort. To make sure your appearance and bite function are ultimately restored, we can also make plans to replace your lost tooth with a lifelike and durable dental prosthetic. We can use a dental bridge, which relies on dental crowns to act as abutment teeth and stay in place, or we can discuss the benefits of using a dental implant to hold your custom restoration.
Extractions Are Sometimes Needed To Address Oral Health Concerns
If a tooth experiences significant trauma, if there are complications from gum disease, or if a severe cavity has created internal issues, it may be necessary to arrange an extraction. Having a tooth extracted by your dentist ensures that the removal is handled in a safe and responsible manner, and that there are no complications that create new trouble for your oral health. Our goal is to prevent the need for extraction by identifying and addressing problems before this treatment is necessary. Regular dental exams help with this, as they create consistent opportunities for your dentist to identify trouble.
Providing A Replacement For Your Lost Tooth
A dental bridge can be put int place without oral surgery. The restoration remains in position because your prosthetic will feature a pair of crowns at either side of a pontic (your replacement tooth). Once the custom crowns are put in place on the teeth surrounding a gap, your smile can once again look complete! We can also discuss restoring your smile through implant dentistry. Implants are set directly in the jawbone. The placement is carefully planned to ensure that your restoration stays in place, supports your jaw health, and allows you to bite and chew comfortably. In addition to helping preserve the health of your jawbone, this arrangement does not require any modifications of healthy teeth.
What Can I Do To Avoid Similar Oral Health Issues In The Future?
Stay consistent with your dental checkups, as these visits let your dentist spot early signs of trouble like gingivitis and tooth decay. When problems are treated in time, they can be resolved without the need for an extraction. You should also take care to stick with a consistent oral care routine that involves brushing and flossing on a daily basis to fight the buildup of harmful bacteria.
Talk To Your Charles City, IA Dentist About Tooth Extraction And Replacement
If necessary, our practice is prepared to safely extract a tooth before planning the restoration of your smile. To find out more, contact Central Park Dentistry at (641) 228-1115.
