Tooth Extractions – Prosper, TX
Get Your Problem Tooth Pulled
As you might know, it’s best to save your teeth whenever possible. That much is natural – regular pearly whites are superior for chewing, speaking, and smiling. However, sometimes a tooth is too damaged or decayed to be saved. A dentist must extract it in those cases, painlessly removing it from your mouth. Fortunately, we at Texas Dental Surgery are very well-versed in tooth extractions. If you or a loved one needs this service, just keep reading or call our office today.
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions are Necessary
Remember: a tooth extraction isn’t an ordinary dental procedure. Given the importance of natural teeth, dentists only perform one as a last resort. Instead, they typically suggest restorative procedures like root canal therapy or dental crowns as alternatives.
Unfortunately, there really are occasions when extraction is necessary. Your oral health could suffer by failing to get one. As such, we’ll only recommend this option if you meet one (or more) of the following criteria:
- Severe tooth decay or damage
- An impacted tooth
- A dental infection at risk of spreading
- Dental overcrowding that prevents orthodontic work
- A “baby” tooth that won’t fall out on its own
The Process of Removing a Tooth
Once we’ve confirmed you need an extraction, our team will decide how to extract your tooth. In particular, we’ll settle on whether to do a simple extraction or a surgical one.
A simple extraction is done when the affected tooth is already visible. After the dentist numbs your mouth, it removes your tooth with a special pair of forceps. They then use this tool to rock the pearly white back and forth until it separates from your gum tissue.
In contrast, a surgical extraction occurs when the tooth hasn’t fully erupted. Should that happen, a dentist will first make a gum incision to gain better access. They’ll then divide and remove the tooth in sections to minimize bone loss. Lastly, the procedure concludes by sewing up the incision site.
Whichever extraction takes place, a dentist will follow it with tooth replacement options. These ensure you can avoid the long-term harm of tooth loss.
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
Following extraction, the treatment site will be sensitive and need time to heal. As such, we’ll provide you with post-op instructions that aid in your recovery. Tips it may cover include:
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers to manage post-extraction aches
- Within a day after the extraction, do a salt water rinse to clean the extraction site
- To avoid a dry socket, don’t drink from a straw during the week after treatment
- Quit smoking to speed up the healing process
- Get plenty of rest so your mouth heals properly
With the suggestions above, you’ll heal from extraction quickly. You can then consider replacing the missing tooth (or teeth). Choosing to do so would keep surrounding teeth from tilting, restore more of your bite force, and more.
Understanding the Cost of Tooth Extractions
However much it’s needed, you may worry a tooth extraction is too expensive. Fair enough – you can only get a treatment within your budget. Truthfully, though, the cost of tooth extractions varies from patient to patient. You’ll need to consult our doctors for an exact procedure estimate. From there, Texas Dental Surgery will strive to make it affordable. We’ll even guide you through extraction pricing factors and payment options. Please keep reading to learn more, or contact us for details.
Factors That Can Affect Tooth Extraction Cost
At the initial consultation, our office will examine your tooth to confirm the extraction’s cost. (It isn’t easy to estimate the expense otherwise.) This process will look at several factors that impact the overall price. These include:
- Tooth Location, Type, and Number: As it happens, different teeth cost different amounts to pull. (Molars are more expensive to extract than canines, etc.) At the same time, it costs more to remove multiple teeth than just one.
- Overall Treatment Complexity: If a tooth is impacted or erupted, pulling it will be tricky. As such, the procedure price will rise.
- Need for Follow-Up Services: In many cases, a patient will need tooth replacement work after an extraction. (These range from dental implants and bridges to dentures.) If that applies to you, your overall treatment cost will increase.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Tooth Extractions?
Even without insurance, there are other ways to make tooth extractions affordable. The best of these are unique payment options from your dental practice. Given the right one, an otherwise expensive extraction can easily fit your budget.
Look at Texas Dental Surgery, for instance. Our office offers dental financing through CareCredit and Lending Club. Through either third-party financier, you can pay for treatment with low-interest monthly installments. You could then cover the cost of an extraction gradually.
As you can see, Texas Dental Surgery can provide effective and budget-friendly tooth extractions. So, don’t hesitate to book a consultation at our office. We’ll help you navigate the costs and ensure worthwhile care!
How to Make Tooth Extractions Affordable
Even without insurance, there are other ways to make tooth extractions affordable. The best of these are unique payment options from your dental practice. Given the right one, an otherwise expensive extraction can easily fit your budget.
Look at Texas Dental Surgery, for instance. Our office offers dental financing through CareCredit and Lending Club. Through either third-party financier, you can pay for treatment with low-interest monthly installments. You could then cover the cost of an extraction gradually.
As you can see, Texas Dental Surgery can provide effective and budget-friendly tooth extractions. So, don’t hesitate to book a consultation at our office. We’ll help you navigate the costs and ensure worthwhile care!