Understanding Tooth Extractions
When you’re living with pain due to a damaged or infected tooth or a very crowded mouth, our first priority is to save your natural tooth. However, in certain cases, your tooth may need to be extracted to maintain good oral health.
In your dental exam, your dentist will carefully examine your mouth to determine if a tooth extraction or other treatment is most beneficial for your oral health.
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Ideally, our goal is to take care of your natural teeth so that they last a lifetime, but various factors can cause the need for a tooth to be extracted.
Tooth extraction may be necessary if:
- A tooth is severely decayed or infected
- Other restorative methods cannot repair your tooth
- Gum disease has caused your tooth to loosen from its socket
- Your teeth overcrowd your mouth (with some wisdom teeth, for example)
Tooth Extraction Is Only One Part of the Plan
Removing a tooth is never our first choice. When an extraction is necessary, we take a comprehensive approach that focuses on protecting your long-term oral health, preserving your jawbone, and planning for tooth replacement whenever appropriate.
Before treatment, we evaluate your bite, surrounding teeth, gum health, and bone levels to create a personalized plan that supports both healing and future function.
After a tooth is removed, the surrounding jawbone naturally begins to shrink over time. In many cases, we recommend bone grafting at the time of extraction to help preserve the shape and strength of your jaw.
Bone grafting can:
- Help maintain jawbone volume
- Prepare the area for a future dental implant
- Preserve your facial structure
- Support long-term oral health and function
By planning ahead, we can often reduce the need for more complex treatment later.
Leaving a missing tooth untreated can affect more than your smile. Over time, neighbouring teeth may shift, your bite can change, and bone loss may continue. Missing teeth can also make chewing more difficult and place extra stress on your remaining teeth.
Following your extraction, we’ll discuss the best replacement option based on your needs, including:
- Dental implants
- Implant-supported bridges
- Dental bridges
- Partial dentures
Our goal is to restore your smile in a way that supports lasting comfort, function, and oral health.
The Tooth Extraction Process
We aim to make your tooth extraction process as straightforward as possible.
If we determine that an extraction is the best option for your dental health, we’ll discuss all the details with you directly. An extraction is meant to improve and protect your oral health in the long run.
Understanding what typically happens before, during, and after an extraction can make you feel more at ease with the procedure.
Your dentist will discuss your medical history and ask for a list of your medications. If an infection needs to be treated, we may prescribe antibiotics prior to your extraction appointment.
During this time, we can answer your questions and provide you with more information about your oral health and the reason we are recommending an extraction.
Your dentist will typically begin by administering local anesthesia to numb the treatment area. You may feel some pressure on the area during the procedure once it’s fully numbed.
Next, your dentist carefully removes the tooth and takes care of the affected gum area.
After your tooth has been extracted, you may experience some swelling, bleeding, or discomfort. This should gradually decrease in the following few days.
Our team will discuss any aftercare instructions with you to help you heal comfortably. This may include over-the-counter painkillers or a prescription.
During your initial recovery period, we typically suggest eating soft foods and continuing to brush and floss your teeth, but avoid irritating the extraction site.
Comprehensive Care From Start to Finish
At Markham Dental, tooth extractions are carefully planned, not simply performed. Dr. Rubinoff, Dr. Bilal, and our experienced team take the time to evaluate your overall oral health and develop a treatment plan that supports both your immediate needs and your long-term well-being.
From preserving bone and preventing future complications to planning for tooth replacement, we focus on delivering comprehensive care every step of the way.
Book your consultation today to learn about your treatment options and create a plan that protects your smile for years to come.
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We approach your care differently, with a focus on health, function, and long-term prevention. At Markham Dental, we are:
We look beyond your teeth, incorporating assessments like blood pressure, airway and tongue analysis, and sleep screening to better understand how your oral health connects to your overall well-being.
With denturists, prosthodontists, orthodontists, and general dentists working together, your care is coordinated, comprehensive, and tailored to your needs.
Every exam is designed to be in-depth and intentional, with advanced assessments included at no additional cost, so nothing is overlooked.
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- 8241 Woodbine Ave, Unit 17
- Markham, ON L3R 2P1
Contact Information
- Phone: (905) 470-0220
- Fax: 289-806-1423
- Email: info@markhamdentalhw.com
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Markham Dental
- 8241 Woodbine Ave, Unit 17
- Markham, ON L3R 2P1
- Phone: (905) 470-0220
- Fax: 289-806-1423
- Email: info@markhamdentalhw.com