Tooth Extractions – Carmel, IN
Tooth Removal
without the Stress
At Springhetti Dentistry, Dr. Springhetti does absolutely everything he can to repair our patients’ decayed and broken teeth, and the vast majority of the time, he’s successful! However, there are some situations in which simply removing a tooth is the best way to protect someone’s ongoing oral health. Using a combination of experience, local anesthetic, and soothing sedation, Dr. Springhetti is able to make the process for tooth extraction in Carmel, IN extremely comfortable, and most patients report feeling basically nothing while in the chair!
Why Choose Springhetti Dentistry for Tooth Extractions?
- Dentist with Extensive Oral Surgery Experience
- Multiple Types of Sedation Available
- Personalized Service Tailored for Every Patient
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
While preserving our patients’ natural teeth is our dental office’s primary mission, Dr. Springhetti may recommend a tooth extraction if:
- A large cavity has already damaged most of a tooth, and the decay is starting to spread to the neighboring teeth.
- Severe physical trauma has broken the enamel beyond the point of repair.
- Advanced gum disease has weakened the bone needed to hold a tooth in place.
- Failing teeth need to be removed to make room for a new denture.
- The wisdom teeth have become painful or impacted.
The Process of Removing a Tooth
If the tooth that needs to be removed has already broken through the gumline, then Dr. Springhetti will intervene with a simple extraction. In this case, he will thoroughly numb your mouth, gently grip the tooth, rock it loose, and remove it. If the tooth hasn’t broken through the gumline, then a surgical extraction is needed instead, which requires a small incision to be made in the gums and the tooth to be removed in sections. As we mentioned above, Dr. Springhetti’s extensive experience combined with a local anesthetic and soothing sedation ensures that our patients feel completely comfortable, relaxed, and at ease throughout the entire process.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
Most patients take a day or two off of work to focus on recovering. During this time, you should:
- Keep your head elevated, even while you sleep
- Avoid smoking, using a straw, or spitting
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
- Eat only soft foods
- Avoid strenuous activities, like running and lifting weights
- Taking OTC pain medication as directed
- Using a cold compress for 10 minutes at a time
Ultimately, our goal at Springhetti Dentistry is to make getting the preventive, restorative, and emergency dentistry you need as smooth, painless, and comfortable as possible. So, if you need a tooth extraction, don’t hesitate to call our Carmel, IN dental team to schedule an appointment!