Tooth Extraction
Dentists will do everything they can to save a tooth, but sometimes a tooth extraction is needed to protect your oral health.
Whether you suffer from dental pain, overcrowding, severe decay, or dental trauma, an extraction can provide relief.
Father-and-son dentists Dr. Reagan Bonner and Dr. David Bonner in Dumas, TX, can help ease the pain and restore your oral health.
When Is a Tooth Extraction Necessary?
Our dentists will always attempt to save the tooth when possible. However, there are many reasons why you might require tooth extraction at our Dumas dentistry practice.
Decay can often be addressed with a root canal, dental crown, or filling. However, if the decay is too severe, the tooth structure will not be able to support a restoration.
Broken or fractured teeth can be fixed with treatments such as crowns or bonding. However, as with severe decay, if the tooth structure is severely damaged, extraction may be best.
When a tooth is trapped beneath the gumline, it is known as impaction. This can lead to overcrowding of nearby teeth. Extracting the impacted tooth can ease overcrowding issues.
Wisdom teeth often require extraction. This last set of molars develops during your late teens to early 20s and can often cause issues such as overcrowding or infections. Extracting your wisdom teeth can relieve these issues.
Gum disease can damage your teeth, causing structural damage and leaving the socket unable to support the tooth. With advanced stages of gum disease, extracting a tooth or teeth may be required.
Comprehensive and Compassionate Dental Care Schedule your appointment at our Dumas dental practice today
Here at Bonner Family Dentistry, our goal is to help the patients of Dumas, TX, and the surrounding areas receive comprehensive and compassionate dental care. From advanced restorative dentistry options to routine exams, we offer a wide range of treatments to fit your needs.
If you are experiencing pain, dental trauma, or other symptoms that may require a tooth extraction, don't wait and risk your oral health. Request an appointment online or call us at:
(806) 935-6811
What Our Patients in Dumas Say About Bonner Family Dentistry
Thomas Robertson
2022
Dr. Reagan Bonner and his staff are all amazing. Every visit has been great quality work and service from them. If you need any kind of dental work definitely use them!
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2022
Dr. Reagan Bonner and his staff are top notch. They do exceptional work. They are always so friendly, professional, and timely. I highly recommend this Dentistry for you and your kids.
View on GoogleDoes Tooth Extraction Hurt?
No! Our dentist will numb the area so you do not feel pain during your tooth extraction. If you have dental anxiety or simply need an extra measure of comfort care, we offer sedation to help you completely relax during treatment. Our sedation options include:
Oral Conscious Sedation
Oral conscious sedation is a pill prescribed by your dentist and taken prior to your treatment. You will remain conscious throughout your treatment, but this medication will ease your anxiety and keep you comfortable. You will need a responsible adult to drive you to and from your appointment.
Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide is often referred to as laughing gas. During your treatment, you will breathe in the nitrous oxide, which works to keep you relaxed. One benefit of nitrous oxide is that it acts fast and will wear off quickly, allowing you to drive yourself home after treatment
What to Expect During Your Tooth Extraction
Our welcoming and compassionate staff will do everything they can to make you feel comfortable during treatment.
Have questions about the tooth extraction process?
Recovery
It is important to follow your dentist's instructions to speed recovery and prevent complications.
Keep Your Mouth Clean
Avoid the extraction site when brushing your teeth. To keep the area clean, you may gently swirl mouth wash or salt water.
Eat Soft Foods
Eat soft foods for a few days post-extraction, such as yogurt, scrambled eggs, and oatmeal. Avoid crunchy or spicy foods as you heal.
Avoid Straws
Drinking from a straw or making sucking motions can cause a dry socket. This painful condition occurs when the blood clot is prematurely dislodged. Avoid drinking from a straw for at least 48 hours.
Comfort Care
Some swelling and discomfort are typical, and can be managed with over-the-counter pain medications and ice. Your dentist may prescribe pain medications or antibiotics. Take them as instructed.
If you experience significant pain, bleeding, or other unusual side effects, call our Dumas, TX, practice immediately.
Don’t I Need an Oral Surgeon for a Tooth Extraction?
No. Our dentists at Bonner Family Dentistry in Dumas, TX, have the skill, experience, and training to handle tooth extractions. An added benefit to visiting our dentistry practice is that we provide a wide range of restorative treatments to replace your tooth after extraction, such as dental bridges and implant-supported crowns. If you require specialized dental work such as a bone graft or complex extraction, your dentist can refer you to one of our trusted oral surgeons in the area.
More Happy Dumas Patients
Sarah Kinzy
2022
My daughter was taken excellent care of when she needed teeth pulled. She wasn’t even aware they had already pulled her teeth. They explained everything to her before they ever begun. I am so impressed with Dr. Moore and the staff.
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2022
Dr. David Bonner went above and beyond to ease my anxieties. I have always been scared of dental work, but Dr. Bonner had me laughing and all of my worries quickly faded away. His work was exceptional. He was very professional and kind. I will be returning.
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