Tooth Extraction
At Brea Premier Dentistry, we want the best for your smile and dental health. Sometimes, that means removing a tooth that is severely damaged or fractured and is not salvageable to protect your health.
We understand that finding out you need a tooth extraction can feel upsetting. However, if you need a tooth extraction in Brea, our team is committed to providing you with a comfortable and stress-free experience.
Reasons You May Need a Tooth Extraction
Removing a tooth is always a last resort when no other viable procedure can save your tooth or protect your dental health. Dr. Lee would recommend tooth extraction for these situations:
- Advanced gum disease
- Severe decay
- Problematic wisdom teeth
- Preparation for orthodontic treatment
- Extreme fracture or crack in your tooth
- Preparation for dentures
If we’re not removing wisdom teeth or your tooth for orthodontic treatment, Dr. Lee can talk with you about your options for tooth replacement.
What to Expect During Tooth Extraction in Brea, CA
Knowing exactly what to expect from your dental procedure relieves some of the anxiety you may be feeling about it. So here’s what you can expect from the tooth extraction process:
- Step #1: The initial evaluation: Dr. Lee will perform a thorough examination and use x-rays to evaluate your condition and plan your tooth extraction procedure ahead of time.
- Step #2: Deliver anesthetic: Dr. Lee uses the best dental anesthetics to ensure that you don’t feel a thing during your procedure and have a pain-free experience.
- Step #3: Tooth removal: Dr. Lee is gentle, highly trained, and experienced in tooth extraction. His skills and expertise make for a pain-free experience.
- Step #4: The recovery process: Our team is here to support you through every step of the extraction process, including your recovery. We’ll provide you with detailed instructions and support to ensure you have a smooth and comfortable recovery.
Why We Recommend Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Wisdom teeth are also known as third molars because they arrive at the very back of your mouth behind your second molars. Wisdom teeth come in around the ages of 18 to 25 years old, and most people don’t have enough space in their mouths to support them successfully.
Some other reasons we recommend wisdom tooth extraction are:
- Cleanliness: When you can’t keep wisdom teeth clean, it increases your risk of developing problems like tooth decay and gum disease.
- Crowding: If there’s not enough room in your mouth for your wisdom teeth, they may crowd your other teeth, resulting in tooth movement or shifting.
- Impaction: Impacted wisdom teeth are stuck below the gumline and could cause an infection.
- Risk: Your wisdom teeth can threaten neighboring teeth when they erupt at odd angles.
Contact Your Brea Dentist
If you suspect you or a loved one might need a tooth extraction, we would love to discuss your options.
