Tooth Extractions – Jonesboro, AK
Saving Your Smile One Tooth at A Time
Our goal is always to promote your oral health and enhance your smile. However, sometimes even a singular tooth can jeopardize your wellbeing. In such a case, our Jonesboro team can preserve your healthy pearly whites with a careful tooth extraction. If you’re experiencing a toothache or suspect your tooth is compromised, give us a call. Dr. Yarnell will see you as soon as possible and ensure your comfort while we review your treatment options.
Why Choose Woodsprings Family Dentistry For Tooth Extractions?
- Sedation Dentistry Available
- Advanced Technology For Swift Replacements
- Wisdom Tooth Extractions Available
Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
There are many reasons why a tooth might need to be extracted, though none of them are ideal. At Woodsprings Family Dentistry, you can be assured we’ll do what we can to salvage and restore an afflicted tooth. We consider extraction a last resort option, reserved for:
- Teeth with deep infections that could spread through your smile
- Instances of severe decay or damage
- When impacted teeth are fully or partially trapped below the gumline
- Uncomfortable overcrowding
- A baby tooth won’t fall out and is endangering adult teeth
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The Process of Removing a Tooth
First and foremost, we’ll ensure your comfort during tooth extraction. Dr. Yarnell is highly trained in administering anesthetics; no matter which option is best for you, you’ll be in good hands. After that, there are actually two types of extraction we might perform, depending on your situation.
- A simple extraction is generally for teeth that are fully grown. Most of the time we can simply loosen it and gently tug it out of place.
- Surgical extractions are for more complicated pearly whites that are trapped in your gums. We most commonly see this with wisdom teeth. To reach the submersed captive, we’ll have to remove some of your oral tissue, and will likely separate the tooth into multiple pieces for smoother extraction.
Tooth extractions don’t usually take very long to complete. In some cases, patients are free to go before they’ve even realized their tooth is gone!
Tooth Extraction Aftercare
We’ll be sure to give you detailed aftercare instructions before you leave, but in general, this is what you should do during your recovery:
- Take over-the-counter or prescribed pain relievers consistently and as directed.
- Avoid eating foods that could harm your treatment site or your stitches, such as hard, crunchy, and spicy foods, as well as any and all tobacco products.
- Stay hydrated, but don’t use a straw. This could dislodge the vital blood clot protecting your treatment site from infection and severe sensitivity.
- Continue to brush and floss the treatment site but do so carefully.
- Don’t engage in strenuous physical activity.
- Instead, get plenty of rest and try to relax! Sleep and comfort are just as important for the healing process as care and medicine.
Even after you receive more thorough directions, don’t hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions or concerns during your recovery. Woodsprings Family Dentistry is here for all your oral health needs!
Understanding the Cost of Tooth Extractions
Even if you know that removing your tooth is the best way to restore your comfort and protect your oral health, it’s still perfectly reasonable to ask how much the treatment will cost before you commit to it. There are a range of factors that can contribute to the cost of tooth extraction, and we’ll have to evaluate your oral health at our office in Jonesboro before we can provide you with a proper estimate. To help you get a better idea of what to expect until then, here’s a quick guide to how the procedure is usually priced and how the staff at Woodsprings Family Dentistry can help you make the treatment more affordable.
Factors That Can Affect Tooth Extraction Cost
Several factors will determine most of the cost of removing your tooth. These will include:
- The type of tooth being removed: The larger teeth located farther back in the mouth are harder to reach and more difficult to extract, so it usually costs more to remove them.
- The complexity of the case: In some especially complex cases, the team at Woodsprings Family Dentistry may have to refer you to a specialist who uses a different pricing structure.
- Prosthetics: It’s usually best to replace lost teeth as soon as possible to prevent a host of oral health issues like dental misalignments, gum injuries, and eating difficulties. Our staff will be happy to help you navigate your replacement options during your consultation.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Tooth Extractions?
Dental insurance plans typically cover major restorative dental procedures like tooth extractions by about 50%, but this can vary significantly from policy to policy. We’ll have to review your particular plan before we can determine exactly what it will pay for, and your coverage may be affected by limitations like whether your deductible or annual maximum has been met for the year.
How to Make Tooth Extractions Affordable
We understand that many patients who need tooth extractions may need a little help to make their treatments affordable, and we want to make sure everyone in the Jonesboro area can receive the oral healthcare they need to be healthy and happy. To that end, we offer low-interest financing plans that can break a person’s dental bill into smaller monthly payments that are easy to manage. We’ll be happy to discuss your insurance policy and your financing options when we see you at our office for your checkup or consultation.