But other teeth may also need extraction if we can’t save them with root canal therapy or other treatment.
Dr. Michael Nichols may recommend extraction of one or more of your teeth if any of the following issues apply to you. He may also recommend sedation dentistry to make your experience more comfortable.
After your extraction, you will need a friend or family member to drive you home. You will need rest, but lie with your head propped on a pillow to prevent prolonged bleeding.
We will apply gauze when your extraction is complete. When it becomes soaked, change it for a fresh piece. Use pain medication and an ice pack as directed for pain and swelling. If bleeding continues beyond 24 hours, contact our office immediately.
For the first few days following extraction, limit your diet to soft foods.
Also, avoid smoking or using a straw. The pressures created by these actions can slow clotting and loosen sutures.