Tooth Extractions in Lilburn, GA

Although our knowledgeable dental practitioners at MINT dentistry make every effort to maintain the integrity of your teeth, you may still need to have a tooth extracted, which improves your oral health. We perform extractions to remove a baby tooth, get rid of wisdom teeth, make room for braces, or take out a damaged tooth that is beyond repair. Whatever your reason is for requiring an oral extraction, our compassionate staff will ensure that you feel comfortable. Our facility in Lilburn, GA offers several sedation options, like laughing gas and oral conscious sedation, to help keep you comfortable throughout your procedure. Please call our dental team to receive more information or schedule an appointment so we can determine if you require a tooth extraction.

If you have a broken tooth, our MINT dentistry professionals will first try to repair it through options, like a tooth crown or filling. However, when these treatments are not effective, you may need a dental extraction. Teens and young adults could also require an extraction to address wisdom teeth, which commonly grow in around the ages of 17 – 21. For older children, baby teeth that have not fallen out may need to be pulled, which creates space for their permanent replacements. Additionally, for patients considering traditional metal braces or Invisalign® trays, they may need a tooth extracted to create space for alignment during the treatment.

Using sedation techniques to ensure you stay comfortable, we perform tooth extractions at our esteemed facility in Lilburn, GA. Depending on the complexity of your extraction and if you have any dental anxieties, we will help you select the best sedation option, such as laughing gas. At the beginning of your appointment, we complete sedation dentistry, and then as soon as you feel comfortable, we'll start the procedure. For a simple extraction, our dental professionals will use advanced approaches and medical tools to gently remove the tooth. If you need a surgical extraction, our team makes an incision in your gums to access the tooth. For a few situations, one of our dentists may break the tooth into smaller fragments so we can easily pull it out. When the affected tooth is extracted, your dentist will sew the incision closed.

Based on the type of sedation used for your procedure, you may need a responsible friend or family member to drive you home. A MINT dentistry professional will provide aftercare tips to help with your recovery. Each person will have a different set of aftercare instructions because it depends on the technique we used for your dental extraction. However, most patients will need to eat soft food for the first few days after the procedure. Additionally, your mouth may be swollen and feel uncomfortable so we advise using cold compresses and taking store-bought painkillers. When appropriate, we may prescribe you pain medication and antibiotics. In addition to any suggested follow-up appointments, you should come in for professional cleanings and oral exams at our MINT dentistry practice in Lilburn, GA so our dentists can continue to monitor your beautiful smile.

If you have dental insurance, they will usually pay for part of the tooth extraction expenses, but a few sedation techniques may not qualify for coverage. After your treatment planning session, we will speak to your insurance company to learn about your specific plan and calculate any out-of-pocket costs. For those who don't have dental insurance, our billing specialists can tell you how to better pay for your dental care with convenient payment options or low-interest medical financing.

When a tooth is damaged, or you need to make room for new teeth, tooth extraction can enhance the appearance of your smile and improve your dental health. Please schedule an appointment with one of our dental professionals at our modern MINT dentistry office in Lilburn, GA. We can provide additional information about tooth removals and the techniques we use. Our highly qualified team strives to ensure you stay relaxed and help you receive a stunning smile.