While our primary goal at Wallan Dental is always to save your natural teeth, sometimes an extraction is necessary to protect the rest of your oral health. A simple tooth extraction is a common procedure used to remove teeth that are severely damaged, decayed, or compromised.
We understand that the thought of an extraction can be daunting, which is why we prioritise gentle technique, thorough pain management, and offering our Sedation Dentistry options to ensure your experience is as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
A tooth can typically be removed with a simple extraction when it is visible above the gum line and can be removed whole. Common reasons include:
We take digital X-rays to assess the tooth's position, root structure, and the surrounding bone. We discuss the necessity of the extraction and your tooth replacement options.
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The area around the tooth is thoroughly numbed using a local anaesthetic. For highly anxious patients, we offer Sedation options like nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or IV Sedation for deep comfort.
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The tooth is gently loosened and removed using specialised dental instruments.
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The site is cleaned, and we provide detailed instructions and materials (like gauze) to manage bleeding and ensure proper clotting. We schedule follow-up appointments to monitor healing.
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Find additional restorative treatments that repair damaged teeth, restore function, and help you achieve a comfortable, fully functional smile.
Find additional restorative treatments that repair damaged teeth, restore function, and help you achieve a comfortable, fully functional smile.
Discreet, tooth-coloured restorations used to repair teeth damaged by decay or minor chips, bonding seamlessly with your natural tooth structure.
Safe removal of old silver (amalgam) fillings and replacement with modern, aesthetically superior, and durable white composite material.
Indirect restorations used when a filling is too large for a standard composite but a full crown is not needed, preserving more of your natural tooth structure.
Specialized treatment to save a tooth when its nerve and pulp become infected or inflamed, relieving pain and avoiding extraction.
Utilising advanced dental lasers as a precise tool for certain restorative procedures, often resulting in quicker healing and increased patient comfort.
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No. The area is completely numbed with local anaesthetic before the procedure begins. While you will feel pressure as the tooth is being removed, you should not feel any sharp pain.
No. The area is completely numbed with local anaesthetic before the procedure begins. While you will feel pressure as the tooth is being removed, you should not feel any sharp pain.
The initial healing period usually lasts 24 to 48 hours, during which you should follow all post-operative instructions (avoid smoking, straws, and strenuous activity). Full gum tissue healing can take a couple of weeks.
The initial healing period usually lasts 24 to 48 hours, during which you should follow all post-operative instructions (avoid smoking, straws, and strenuous activity). Full gum tissue healing can take a couple of weeks.
The most important step is to allow a blood clot to form in the socket. Keep the gauze firmly in place for 30–45 minutes, avoid rinsing vigorously, and stick to soft foods for the first day.
The most important step is to allow a blood clot to form in the socket. Keep the gauze firmly in place for 30–45 minutes, avoid rinsing vigorously, and stick to soft foods for the first day.
Leaving a gap can cause problems over time, including neighbouring teeth shifting into the space, which affects your bite and can lead to jaw pain and wear on other teeth. We highly recommend discussing tooth replacement options like implants or bridges.
Leaving a gap can cause problems over time, including neighbouring teeth shifting into the space, which affects your bite and can lead to jaw pain and wear on other teeth. We highly recommend discussing tooth replacement options like implants or bridges.
Yes, if you only receive local anaesthetic, you can safely drive yourself home. However, if you opt for IV Sedation or high-dose Nitrous Oxide, you must arrange for an adult escort to take you home.
Yes, if you only receive local anaesthetic, you can safely drive yourself home. However, if you opt for IV Sedation or high-dose Nitrous Oxide, you must arrange for an adult escort to take you home.
Exam, Clean, Fluoride treatment, and X-rays.
