An extraction is never the first choice, but if your tooth has sustained severe damage or infection, it may be the only choice or the most economical and predictable.
Whilst the removal of teeth can sound scary we’re confident you’ll be surprised at how comfortable it can be. Before we start we will test to ensure that you are completely numb. We will be sure to provide you with post-operative advice and instructions and we will discuss with you all possible tooth replacement options.
It is completely normal to experience slight discomfort and pressure sensation during the extraction and minor swelling and tenderness afterwards, but nothing over the counter medications can’t help with.
Regular routine check-ups are paramount for reducing and even avoiding the need for extraction.
Extractions with piezo-electric surgery
Consistent with our efforts to use the latest technology in dentistry, at Castle Donington Dental we now offer the option of piezo-electric surgery!
This innovative technique significantly reduces the pressure during the extraction, and the trauma to the bone, allowing for a much more pleasant extraction experience and a much better and quicker healing of the socket. If this is also combined with some laser treatment (PBMT) straight after the extraction, then the post extraction symptoms will be significantly reduced.
This technique is ideal for nervous patients and also patients that are on medication that affects the bone metabolism, such as bisphosphonates, who otherwise would be at higher risk of developing problems with their jaw after an extraction.
