Symptoms to Watch Out For
Tooth pain can be overwhelming, and while it may feel like pulling the tooth is the only solution, there are often other options that can relieve the pain and save your tooth.
- Severe tooth pain
- Pain that worsens with pressure or chewing
- Jaw pain or stiffness
- Swollen gums around the affected tooth
- Signs of gum disease like discolouration, bleeding, or a bad odour
- Early treatment can prevent further complications and help preserve your dental health.
Be sure to contact us if you experience any of the following symptoms:
The Treatment Plan
There are various reasons why a tooth may need to be removed, including baby teeth that don’t fall out on their own, teeth extracted for orthodontic reasons, or teeth removed due to pain or infection.
A dental extraction typically requires just one office visit and is performed by a dentist. Here’s how the process works:
Looking for Solutions
While extraction might seem like the only option for relief, there could be alternatives that allow you to save the tooth while still addressing your discomfort. Our goal is to keep you healthy, relieve your pain, and preserve your tooth whenever possible. Before proceeding with an extraction, we’ll carefully examine you and discuss all available options.
The Removal Process
To ensure your comfort, we’ll use a local anesthetic to numb the area around the tooth being extracted. Sedation may also be offered if needed. Using a minimally invasive approach, we gently remove the tooth, aiming for the most comfortable and efficient procedure possible, with a focus on quick recovery.
Feeling Better
After your extraction, we’ll provide you with detailed aftercare instructions, outlining how to care for your mouth as it heals and what to expect during recovery. If any concerns arise, we’re happy to schedule a follow-up appointment to ensure your healing is on track.
Cost of a Dental Extraction in Belleville
The cost of a dental extraction can vary depending on several factors. With a typical insurance plan, you might expect to pay between $100 and $200+ out of pocket per extraction. We’re happy to provide a detailed quote to submit to your insurance provider so you can determine your exact out-of-pocket costs. Without insurance, the cost usually ranges from $200 to $600+ per tooth.
It’s important to note that the actual cost will depend on your specific needs, which can only be determined after an oral exam. Here’s a general breakdown of the two main types of extractions:
Simple Tooth Extraction
A simple extraction is performed on teeth that are visible in the mouth and can be removed by a general dentist using local anesthesia. These extractions tend to be more straightforward, and therefore typically cost less.
Surgical Tooth Extraction
A surgical extraction is more complex and may involve removing a tooth that hasn’t fully erupted or has broken off at the gum line. This procedure requires more expertise and careful consideration, which makes it more costly than a simple extraction.
To get a personalized quote based on your situation, schedule an oral exam so we can tailor the treatment plan to your needs.
Contact us today
to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wisdom teeth don’t always need to be removed. They should only be extracted if they become impacted or interfere with the alignment of your jaw and teeth.
Modern dentistry focuses on minimizing discomfort, and we prioritize your comfort throughout the procedure. With advanced tools and techniques, we ensure the process is quick, precise, and as trauma-free as possible to promote fast healing. Aftercare instructions will help keep you comfortable and support a smooth recovery.
You can remove the gauze from your mouth about an hour after the procedure and have something soft to eat. For the first 24 hours, stick to soft foods and avoid hot items and drinking from straws.
At your appointment, we’ll provide personalized aftercare instructions, but here are a few general tips to promote healing:
- Avoid spitting, rinsing your mouth, blowing your nose, using straws, or smoking in the first 24 hours
- Refrain from touching the extraction site with your finger or tongue
- Stay away from hot foods and drinks
- Avoid aspirin, as it inhibits blood clotting
- Limit physical activities and exercise
Plan for three to four days of rest or light activity after your extraction, particularly with wisdom teeth removal. This will reduce the risk of complications and promote faster healing. Full recovery typically takes around two weeks, with minimal discomfort during that time.
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