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Tooth Extractions in Troy, MO
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When Removing a Tooth Is the Right Choice
At Good Company Dental, saving your natural tooth is always our first priority. But in some cases like severe damage, infection, or ongoing pain- removing the tooth may be the healthiest and most comfortable long-term solution for protecting your smile and overall oral health.
When extraction is necessary, our experienced team makes the process as comfortable, efficient, and stress;free as possible. Most patients are surprised by how easy the experience actually is.
When extraction is necessary, our experienced team makes the process as comfortable, efficient, and stress;free as possible. Most patients are surprised by how easy the experience actually is.
Types of Tooth Extractions We Perform
Simple Extraction
A simple extraction is usually recommended for a tooth that’s fully visible above the gums. The area is gently numbed to keep you comfortable, and the tooth is carefully loosened and removed during a routine procedure that is typically quick and straightforward.
Surgical Extraction
A surgical extraction is needed for teeth that are broken at the gumline, impacted, or haven't fully erupted. A small incision is made in the gum, and the tooth may be removed in sections. This is commonly done for wisdom teeth.
Wisdom Tooth Removal
Wisdom teeth (third molars) are the most commonly extracted teeth. They often don't have enough room to come in properly, which can cause pain, crowding, and infection. We assess your wisdom teeth with X-rays and recommend removal if they pose a risk to your oral health.
When Is a Tooth Extraction Necessary?
- Severe tooth decay that cannot be restored with a filling or crown
- Advanced gum disease that has damaged the bone supporting a tooth
- Dental abscess or infection that cannot be resolved with a root canal
- Crowded teeth - often prior to orthodontic treatment
- Impacted wisdom teeth causing pain, infection, or crowding
- Broken or cracked teeth that cannot be repaired
- Baby teeth that haven't fallen out naturally and are blocking adult teeth
What to Expect During Your Extraction
Before the Procedure
Your dentist will review your health history, take X-rays, and explain exactly what to expect. Local anesthesia will be administered to ensure you feel no pain during the procedure.
During the Procedure
You may feel pressure during the extraction but should not feel pain. The procedure typically takes 20–45 minutes depending on the complexity. Our team will keep you informed and comfortable throughout.
After the Procedure
We'll provide detailed aftercare instructions before you leave. Most patients recover within a few days.
Frequently Asked Questions
We use local anesthesia to completely numb the area before your extraction, so you should feel pressure but not pain during the procedure. Most patients find the experience much easier than they expected.
Most patients feel back to normal within 3–5 days. Complete healing of the gum and bone takes several weeks, but this typically doesn't affect daily activities.
Dry socket can happen when the protective blood clot at the extraction site comes loose too early, which may cause discomfort during healing. To help prevent it, avoid smoking, using straws, or forcefully spitting for the first few days after your extraction.
For the first 24–48 hours, stick to soft foods like yogurt, smoothies, soup, and mashed potatoes. Avoid hard, crunchy, or chewy foods until your dentist clears you.
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If you’re experiencing tooth pain or have been told you may need an extraction, don’t put it off. The sooner we evaluate your situation, the more options you’ll have. Let us help you get out of pain and back to smiling.
- Three Locations Across the Troy, MO
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