Tooth Extractions in Jacksonville, FL

friends at the dentist in Jacksonville, FLAt Sandpiper Dental, we provide exceptional dentistry with the goal of helping you keep your healthy smile for a lifetime. However, sometimes we see patients whose teeth are damaged so badly that we can’t save them, despite our best efforts to do so.

If our dentist, Dr. Kim Doan, recommends tooth extraction, it is because there aren’t any options left to save the tooth. We know that it's difficult to learn that you need to have a tooth extracted. Rest assured that patient comfort is our priority, and we will do everything to ensure a straightforward, stress-free procedure.

Reasons for Tooth Extraction

There are numerous reasons why our Jacksonville, FL dentist might recommend tooth extraction to protect your general oral health.

  • A tooth is damaged beyond repair and is unsalvageable. 
  • An infection or has progressed too far that we can’t save it with a root canal. 
  • One or more teeth have been loosened by advanced gum disease 

The above reasons are related to poor oral health, but sometimes an extraction is necessary to achieve the best outcomes when: 

  • Planning dental implant placement
  • Preparing for full dentures 
  • Planning orthodontic treatment 

We understand what a big step tooth extraction is, and it isn’t a procedure that we take lightly, whatever the reason. If our dentist in Jacksonville recommends extraction, she will use x-rays and intraoral images to show you how the procedure will benefit your long-term oral health. 

Wisdom Teeth Extraction in Jacksonville, FL

Wisdom teeth or fourth molars are the last teeth to appear, usually sometime in our 20s. We no longer need these teeth for proper chewing, and as our jaws have gotten smaller, there often isn’t room for them to erupt correctly.

They can cause crowding, make brushing and flossing difficult, which then contributes to cavities and gum disease. In some cases, there isn’t enough room, or the tooth is at such an angle that it doesn’t emerge at all and becomes stuck or “impacted” in your gum.

At Sandpiper Dental, Dr. Doan expertly and comfortably removes emerged and impacted wisdom teeth. 

Steps We Take to Ensure Your Comfort

man getting tooth extractions in Jacksonville, FLOur experienced dental team is sympathetic with your situation and concerns about comfort. You can rest assured that we will provide you with the same gentle, caring treatment that we would expect for our families and ourselves.

Dr. Doan uses leading-edge 3-D cone beam imaging to plan your procedure so she can work most efficiently. We offer soothing sedation with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or oral sedation. Before we begin, we use strong local anesthetics to numb your tooth so you don't feel any pain. With comfy neck pillows and TVs in our treatment rooms, we make your experience as stress-free as possible.

Tips for Self Care after Tooth Extraction

After your procedure, we will send you home with after-care instructions. Following these steps will help speed healing and avoid complications.

  • Hold the provided gauze in place for about an hour after your procedure, then replace it. 
  • Plan a diet of soft foods for the first day or two, and don’t smoke or drink through a straw to avoid disturbing the healing clot that's forming over the extraction site. 
  • Take over-the-counter pain medications or those prescribed by your dentist to keep yourself comfortable through the healing process.

If you suspect or have been told you need a tooth extraction, we would be glad to help you get the care you need. Please call our dentist in Jacksonville, FL to schedule an appointment.