Dealing with a painful or badly damaged tooth? Our compassionate team at TruSmile Now offers gentle, stress-free tooth extractions focused on restoring your comfort and protecting your long-term oral health.
Your visit starts with a detailed exam and X-rays to determine the tooth’s condition and the best approach. If the tooth can be saved through another dental procedure, our team at TruSmile Now will always explore that first.
Before starting, we’ll thoroughly numb the area so you remain relaxed throughout. You might feel some gentle pressure, but no sharp discomfort. You’ll also receive easy-to-follow home care instructions for a smooth recovery.
For simple cases, the tooth is carefully loosened and lifted out. If it’s fractured or partially below the gumline, a small surgical opening may be made to safely remove it with minimal tissue impact.
Once the tooth is removed, gauze is placed to control bleeding and encourage clot formation. If you’re planning a replacement, like a bridge or implant, we’ll discuss preserving bone density right away.
Quick Relief: Fast reduction in infection-related pain, swelling, or sensitivity.
Improved Oral Health: Prevents further spread of decay or abscesses to nearby teeth and gums.
Future-Ready Smile: Lays the groundwork for restorations like implants or bridges to restore your bite and confidence.
In some cases, decay or infection runs so deep that standard restorations like fillings or crowns won’t save the tooth. Extractions can also relieve overcrowding or jaw discomfort caused by impacted or damaged teeth. At TruSmile Now, our dentist will carefully evaluate your tooth to determine whether extraction, a root canal, or another treatment is the best solution.
A simple extraction works when the tooth is visible and easy to remove with minimal effort. A surgical extraction, on the other hand, may require a small incision or bone removal—especially for impacted or broken teeth (like wisdom teeth). Your dentist will explain which method applies to your situation after an exam and X-rays.
Yes. Removing a tooth that’s severely decayed or infected helps stop bacteria from spreading and reduces the risk of abscesses or bone loss. Extracting problematic wisdom teeth can also prevent pain, swelling, and misalignment in neighboring teeth.
Absolutely. Our team offers local anesthesia and gentle sedation options to keep you completely relaxed and pain-free throughout the procedure. If you experience dental anxiety, we’ll discuss your comfort preferences ahead of time.
Before the procedure, we’ll review your medical history, go over any medications you’re taking, and share instructions on what to eat or drink beforehand. Following these guidelines helps ensure a safe, efficient, and comfortable visit.
After the tooth is removed, you’ll receive detailed aftercare steps, including how to manage swelling and discomfort, what foods to eat, and how to avoid infection. Gentle rinsing, soft foods, and rest help promote smooth healing.
For many patients, a dental implant can be placed a few months after extraction, once the gums and bone have healed. In some cases, same-day implant placement may be possible—your dentist will assess and create a personalized timeline for you.
Many insurance plans cover tooth extractions, especially if they’re medically necessary. For costs not covered, we provide flexible payment plans to help make treatment more affordable and stress-free.
In some instances, yes. A root canal, crown, or composite restoration might preserve the tooth if caught early enough. Extraction is always the last resort when preservation isn’t possible or when keeping the tooth could lead to further complications.
Mild discomfort is common for a few days, but if pain, swelling, or bleeding becomes intense, contact TruSmile Now in Ahwatukee right away. Our emergency team will promptly evaluate and treat the issue to ensure a safe and speedy recovery.
