Advanced Dentistry of Stockbridge provides family and cosmetic dentistry in Stockbridge, GA. To find out more about our services, call our office at 770-389-0389.
Sometimes a tooth cannot be restored and must be removed.
When a tooth is broken or has significant decay, the ideal solution is to restore it using a filling, crown, or other procedure. If restoration is not possible or advisable due to the condition of the tooth, an extraction may be recommended to prevent infection and achieve or maintain oral health.
Most extractions can be performed with the use of local anesthesia to numb the area around the tooth. The tooth is then gently loosened and removed. Immediately after the tooth is removed, gauze pads are placed for the patient to bite down on the tooth socket to apply pressure and stop bleeding. Stitches are sometimes needed and may dissolve or require removal at a follow-up appointment.
Call Advanced Dentistry of Stockbridge
For comprehensive dental services from fillings to dental implants, we can help you restore and refresh your smile. Call Advanced Dentistry of Stockbridge at 770-389-0389 to set up a consultation and learn more about our services.