While the preservation of the patient’s natural dental structure is one of the highest priorities of dental medicine, it is sometimes necessary to remove a tooth to protect the health of the rest of the smile. While it can be easy to understand why a tooth must be removed if it is causing horrible pain, you may not be so sure why it might be necessary to remove a tooth that seems comfortable enough. Here’s a quick look at why tooth extraction may be necessary even if a tooth does not hurt.
Why Would My Tooth Need Extraction if It Doesn’t Hurt?
In some cases, a serious dental infection may be present even if the patient experiences no oral pain. For example, an untreated dental infection may cause horrible tooth pain at first, but the sufferer may find that the agony disappears after several days. In most cases, this means the problem has gone from bad to worse. The sudden disappearance of a miserable toothache usually indicates that the infection has killed the nerve inside the tooth, which will prevent it from sending pain signals to the brain. If the tooth is not removed, the infection will continue until it destroys the dental structure and spreads to other parts of the mouth or body, which can lead to dangerous health problems like gangrene and sepsis.
How Do Tooth Extractions Work?
Dentists consider tooth extractions to be a last resort, so you can rest assured that removing a tooth is the best way to preserve your smile if your oral health professional recommends it. The process will begin with your dentist administering an appropriate anesthetic to ensure your comfort before using a specialized device called an elevator to lift the tooth from the gum tissue. Then, they will use forceps to gently work it loose from the connective tissue. The patient will receive detailed aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth and comfortable healing process.
Don’t let a troublesome tooth cause all sorts of problems for your oral and overall health. Your dentist will be happy to perform a comfortable extraction process and help you understand the best way to replace the removed tooth so you can maintain a healthy and functional smile.
About the Practice
Smile Castle Rock offers the finest oral health services in town. Led by Drs. Gary Radz and Glenn Thompson, the staff ensures that each patient enjoys courteous service in a clean and welcoming office environment. Areas of expertise include general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry. If you are concerned about tooth decay or a dental injury, contact the office online or dial (303) 663-9600.