Should I Let the Dentist Pull My Tooth?
If your dentist recommends pulling a tooth, it’s usually because it’s the best option for your long-term oral health. While saving a tooth is always the goal, extraction may be necessary if there’s severe decay, infection, advanced gum disease, or a crowded mouth. Keeping a badly damaged tooth can lead to more pain, further infection, and costly complications.
Tooth extractions today are safe, quick, and often surprisingly comfortable thanks to modern techniques and anesthesia. After the procedure, your dentist will discuss tooth replacement options like implants, bridges, or dentures to restore your smile and prevent shifting.
Always ask your dentist about alternatives, but if they suggest extraction, it’s likely the most effective way to protect the rest of your teeth and relieve your pain.
Concerned about a painful or damaged tooth?
Schedule a consultation with Schwimmer Dental in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ today. We’ll walk you through your treatment options and make sure your comfort comes first.
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https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22120-tooth-extraction
https://www.colgate.com/en-ph/oral-health/tooth-removal/tooth-extraction
https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/pulling-a-tooth-tooth-extraction
https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007630.htm
https://www.england.nhs.uk/mids-east/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2017/07/pt-info-leaflet-extractions.pdf
