Extractions in Burton

We understand that extractions can be scary for little ones. Pulling your child’s tooth is always the dentist’s last resort when restoring their smile. Our compassionate team and variety of sedation options are here to make your child’s extraction as painless as possible, so they can get back to thriving health.

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Your little one’s teeth are important. They play a vital role in their oral health, development, and functionality. Your child’s teeth help them chew, speak, and maintain their smile.

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This is why we’ll always exhaust all other options before resorting to an extraction. It’s always best to preserve your child’s natural teeth and repair them when possible. However, sometimes the teeth become decayed or infected beyond repair and the only thing left to do is to remove the tooth.

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Your child may also have overcrowded or impacted teeth and need to remove a tooth to make room for orthodontics. As a last resort, we can comfortably remove your child’s tooth to provide them with relief from tooth decay, infections, or dental trauma.

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After removing the tooth, they may require a space maintainer to prevent the teeth from shifting. Contact us at Sunflower Pediatric Dentistry or call (440) 273-8104 today to schedule a consultation with our pediatric dentist in Burton.

Did you know…

It takes about 3 to 4 months to heal from an extraction.

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If fear is keeping you or your kiddo from scheduling an appointment, we’re delighted to offer FREE nitrous oxide with your child’s treatment! Laughing gas can help them relax during their extraction and then resume daily activities with a smile.

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Before & After

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Eliminate Their Pain And Discomfort

A severely damaged, decayed, or infected tooth can cause lots of pain for your child, and distract them from school, play, and their normal day-to-day life. After their tooth has been extracted at our office, they’ll no longer be in pain, and they can resume their daily routine without discomfort.

Prevent More Complications

If your child has an infected tooth, the infection could spread if it’s left untreated, which could result in a life-threatening condition called “sepsis.” Or, if your teen’s wisdom teeth aren’t growing properly, they could have a higher risk of tooth decay, gum disease, or even misalignment of their teeth. When necessary, extractions can help prevent some serious oral health complications.

Get Peace Of Mind

You don’t want to worry about your child’s oral health. And with proper care from a pediatric dentist, like an extraction, you won’t have to. Your child is in good hands at our office, and we’ll come up with a treatment plan to restore their smile and to protect their oral health as they grow up.

The Extraction Process

Consultation

Dr. An will examine your child’s tooth and take x-rays to look for underlying tooth decay or an infection. If the tooth can be saved with restorative treatment, we will recommend this.

Pain Relief & Sedation Options

Your child will not feel any pain during the extraction. Their mouth will be fully numbed with a local anesthetic and we also offer dental sedation to make your child as relaxed as possible.

Loosening the Tooth

With an instrument known as a dental elevator, the tooth will be loosened by rocking it back and forth in the socket.

Removal

Once the tooth is fully loose, forceps help us grab a firm hold of it and remove it from the socket.

Controlling Bleeding

Gauze will be placed in the socket immediately after extraction. Your child will need to bite down on these for 30 to 60 minutes to stop the bleeding. Minor bleeding may continue for up to 24 hours and gauze should be regularly changed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are extractions covered by insurance?

Yes, most dental insurance plans will cover preventative and restorative treatments that are medically necessary. Extraction is considered a restorative treatment and most dental plans will cover up to 80% of the cost. However, this may depend on the type of extraction, if it was necessary, and differences in what your plan covers. Contact your insurance directly to find out how much they will cover.

What care should I provide my child after the extraction?

Your child will need to wait a few hours to eat for the anesthetic to wear off. If they were sedated, lingering side effects may last for up to 24 hours. You should drive your child home and make sure they get some rest, as they will likely feel drowsy.

They can eat soft foods for the first week but in the first day or so, they should mostly consume liquids. Make sure they regularly change their gauze if the bleeding continues.

Swelling can be minimized by keeping their head elevated, applying a cold compress for about 15 minutes on and off, and taking anti-inflammatory pain medication.

Will my child be in pain after the extraction?

Your child will not feel any pain during the extraction or while the anesthetic is still active which will be for a few hours following the extraction.

Once the anesthetic has worn off, they may feel mild discomfort and tenderness which can be relieved with anti-inflammatory pain medication. Make sure you give them a child-appropriate dose. Icing the area can also help to relieve discomfort. With each day, the pain should alleviate a little more.

Extractions in Burton