Tooth Extractions

At Ray Lawson Dentistry, we always prioritize conservative treatments, but sometimes the optimal solution involves the careful extraction of a problematic tooth. Our approach is centered around various situations, including:

1. Extensive decay that has affected more than two-thirds of a tooth’s structure.
2. Physical trauma that has compromised the enamel’s ability to support a restoration.
3. An advanced infection that has compromised the bone necessary for tooth stability.
4. A persistent baby tooth that is obstructing the proper eruption of its adult counterpart.

The advantage for our valued patients is that tooth extractions at Ray Lawson Dentistry are remarkably gentle. Our process begins with numbing the area, followed by a delicate grasp of the tooth using specialized dental forceps. Subsequently, we delicately wiggle the tooth, and before you realize it, the tooth naturally releases. This seamless technique often leaves patients unaware of the extraction process.

Although mild oral discomfort may be experienced in the initial days following the extraction, patients typically recover their normal state within a week, resuming their regular diet and daily activities without interruption.