In Richmond, VA
Tooth Extraction
Aside from the removal of wisdom teeth, which is the most commonly performed type of tooth extraction, we will make every effort we possibly can to save your natural tooth. That being said, there are instances when a tooth extraction is the best treatment option, such as when a tooth has decayed beyond the point of being saved, when crowding is occurring, a tooth that is broken by trauma, and/or a tooth that has a severe infection.
Although you will need to have your teeth assessed by a professional dentist, common indications that you may have a tooth at risk of needing to be extracted include:
- Severe tooth pain
- Pain that intensifies while chewing or biting
- Swollen gums around one or two teeth
- History of gum disease
Among the many reasons for scheduling regular dental exams at least every six months is that doing so allows for a qualified dentist to review your oral health and potentially identify issues early on, to avoid needing procedures like a tooth extraction. To learn more about tooth extraction, please refer to the following, or schedule an appointment today. We proudly serve patients throughout Richmond and the surrounding area, including neighborhoods like Southampton, Stratford Hills, Westover Hills, Bon Air, Libbie and Grove, Church Hill, The Fan, Westham, Museum District, and Mooreland Farms.
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Tooth Extraction Process
If you have been experiencing any of the symptoms listed previously, schedule an appointment for an evaluation as soon as possible so Dr. Forbes can determine if a tooth extraction is necessary. The need for a tooth extraction may also be asymptomatic and only identified during your regular examination.
If a tooth extraction is necessary, the procedure begins by numbing the area near the tooth using local anesthesia, which will take care of any physical pain. Dental sedation is also available for patients who require additional assistance with pain management and/or anxiety at having the procedure performed. Once you are comfortable, we will remove the tooth from its socket. While the tooth is being removed you may experience some pressure, which may make you feel a little uncomfortable, but will not be painful. Once the tooth has been extracted, we typically place a small graft in the socket to preserve the health of your jawbone, avoid developing a dry socket, and ensure that you have adequate bone volume to support a dental implant if you decide to replace the missing tooth.
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Cost of Tooth Extraction
Several factors will determine the total cost of your tooth extraction. The complexity of the extraction and whether multiple procedures and appointments are necessary will have the biggest impact on treatment cost. Additional costs may be incurred if socket preservation and/or dental implants are placed, if dental sedation is necessary, and whether the procedure is covered (and if so, how much) by your dental insurance plan. Prior to scheduling any procedure, we will discuss the anticipated costs, verify your benefits (if applicable) to determine out-of-pocket costs, and answer any questions you may have about billing.
If you are not covered under a dental insurance plan, or if you are simply interested in saving money, consider joining the Capital Dental Design Membership Plan. Although we make every effort to keep our services affordable for all patients, joining our membership plan allows us to save you even more money by covering the cost of preventive care such as cleanings, exams, and routine x-rays. We also offer discounts of 10-15% on other dental services offered at our clinic. To learn more about our membership plan, payment options, or anticipated costs, contact our office today!
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At Capital Dental Design in Richmond, one of the main things our patients love about us is that we are a patient-centered practice. We treat our patients like family, which means we take the time to understand who you are, your medical and oral health history, and your oral health goals, because doing so allows us to do everything we can to help you and your family reach those goals.
If you have not joined us as a patient yet and/or if you would like to schedule an appointment to determine whether a tooth extraction is necessary, contact us today online or call us directly at (804) 320-8894.
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