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Tooth Extraction and Bone Graft

Tooth extraction and bone graft at Four Points Dental, Austin, TX

Tooth Extractions and Bone Grafts From Four Points Dental in Austin, TX

At Four Points Dental, our goal is to provide you with the best care possible for your teeth. Unfortunately, you might require a tooth extraction if we have exhausted all other options. A tooth extraction takes place when we completely remove your tooth from your mouth, but some people call it “pulling” a tooth.

Sometimes, we might recommend a bone graft after we remove one of your teeth. What do you need to know about each of these procedures? Our dentists in Austin, TX are always here to provide you with the best oral care.

Why Do I Need a Tooth Extraction?

Our dentists in Austin, Texas will do everything they can to save your teeth; however, if fillings and crowns are not enough, removal might be necessary to prevent cavities from developing in the surrounding teeth.

We may recommend a tooth extraction if:

  • You have severe cavities that cannot be filled
  • You have a fractured tooth with a crack or chip that cannot be repaired
  • There is an impacted tooth
  • You have been diagnosed with severe gum disease
  • There is overcrowding in your mouth

We know that the idea of a tooth extraction can make some people nervous. That is why we will discuss a tooth extraction with you in detail before we move forward.

How Does a Tooth Extraction Happen?

Depending on the nature of your tooth and the reason for the extraction, we may use anesthesia to make you more comfortable. Some of the options we may offer include:

  • Nitrous oxide, which is typically called laughing gas
  • Oral conscious sedation, which involves a pill to help you relax
  • IV sedation, which is typically reserved for people with severe dental anxiety.

We will not remove the tooth from your socket until you are comfortable, so do not hesitate to ask us any questions you might have.

Why Do I Need a Bone Graft?

After the tooth extraction is finished, we will give your mouth time to heal. Because there is no root stimulating your jaw after the tooth is removed, there is a chance that your body might start to resorb your jawbone.

We want to protect and preserve the health of your jaw. That is why we might recommend a bone graft. This is a procedure that can add additional tissue and density to your jaw itself. This is particularly important if you want a dental implant down the road. Our dentists in Austin, TX would be happy to discuss a bone graft with you.

Trust the Team at Four Points Dental for Teeth Extractions and Bone Grafts in Austin, TX

At Four Points Dental, your oral health is our top priority. Our team will discuss all of your options with you, and we only recommend a tooth extraction if we feel it is absolutely necessary. We will be with you during the recovery process, and we might recommend a bone graft as well to preserve your jaw’s architecture. Contact us today to schedule an appointment, and let us help you with your oral health issues.

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