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Tooth Extractions – Lake Zurich, IL

Doing What’s Necessary to Preserve Your Smile

On the occasion that a tooth is beyond saving, it will most likely have to be extracted to keep the rest of your mouth healthy. At Grand Dental – Lake Zurich, we can offer simple, comfortable tooth extractions in our Lake Zurich, IL, dental office, so you can enjoy a better smile with the least amount of pain. Call us today to schedule an appointment to find out if this type of treatment is what you need to take back your oral health and smile.

Why Choose Grand Dental – Lake Zurich for Tooth Extractions?

Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary

Up-close image of an extracted tooth in a gloved hand

In what situations might tooth extractions be necessary? The only way to find out is to meet with a dentist in Lake Zurich who can examine your affected tooth and determine the best course of action. Tooth extraction might be recommended if:

The Process of Removing a Tooth

Patient undergoing tooth extraction

Removing a tooth requires that we first determine whether it is above or below the surface. Those that are fully erupted can be extracted using specialized dental instruments and what is known as a simple extraction.

This process involves administering local anesthesia to numb the tooth and its surrounding area. We’ll then use the appropriate instruments to loosen the tooth, gently moving it back and forth until it detaches and can be removed from the socket.

Teeth that have not erupted will require an outside referral for removal, as the process is more invasive and requires a surgical procedure.

Tooth Extraction Aftercare

Man with his head propped after tooth extraction

Making sure you heal properly after having a tooth extracted is essential, and it is why our team at Grand Dental – Lake Zurich will provide you with detailed post-operative instructions to follow at home. They include:

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