At Miles of Little Smiles, Dr. Dee and Dr. Mila will always do their best to preserve your child’s smile and protect their teeth. But in some cases, tooth extraction in White Plains may be the only option for treating a damaged or decayed tooth to reduce their pain and stop progression of the infection. We specialize in pain-free, gentle extractions. Our White Plains dentists have years of experience treating kids of all ages, so you can trust us to take great care of your little one. Learn more below, or contact us now to get the care you need for your child.
Why would my child need a Tooth Extraction?
If the tooth is severely broken or damaged, it may not be possible to repair it with pulpotomy and a dental crown, and it may need to be extracted to prevent further complications. Your child might need a space maintainer to keep their teeth in the proper position after losing their baby tooth.
If a pulpotomy or a root canal fails, the tooth will need to be extracted to keep your child’s mouth healthy.
Occasionally, kids may also need tooth extractions due to orthodontic problems. If their teeth are very crowded and they have a narrow palate, for example, one or more baby or adult teeth may need to be extracted to prepare for further orthodontic treatment.
What if my child is nervous about their procedure?
We completely understand that your child may feel nervous about their procedure. That’s why we offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) sedation for kids of every age. This method of sedation is gentle and is delivered through a nose mask.
if your child is nervous about their procedure, sedation with laughing gas can help them feel comfortable, avoid pain and discomfort, and get through the process without feeling scared and anxious. Contact us now to schedule a consultation for your child by calling (914) 949-6655, and get started.
How long does a tooth extraction take to heal?
How long it takes to heal from an extraction depends on a few factors, like the type of extraction, the location of the tooth, and how badly the tooth is broken down. There are two main types of extractions.
There’s a basic extraction, which means that a tooth that has fully erupted from the gums is removed nonsurgically. Then, there’s a surgical extraction, which is when an incision needs to be made to access a tooth that is impacted in the gums or severely broken down.
A basic extraction takes less time to heal so you can expect about 1-2 weeks of recovery time. Surgical extractions, because they involve healing not only from the removal of the tooth but also the incision into the gums, your recovery may take a little longer.
Healing from extraction is all dependent on forming a blood clot at the extraction site and avoiding dislodging it. Follow the instructions we give you to prevent complications.
