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Tooth Extractions

Stress-Free, Skilled Tooth Extractions for Cary and Raleigh, NC

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Gentle Tooth Extractions in Cary

At Cary Family Dental, we do everything we can to save your natural teeth—but sometimes, removing a tooth is the healthiest option. Whether you’re dealing with severe decay, infection, or overcrowding, our skilled team is here to provide the best care in a stress-free environment.

We have been serving the communities of Cary, Raleigh, and beyond since 2003. Our focus is on making your extraction experience stress-free with comfort amenities, advanced technology, and attentive staff that considers your personal concerns and oral health history.

A Worry-Free Experience

It’s no secret that getting a tooth extraction may cause anxiety, but you’re in good hands at Cary Family Dental. Our skilled team will walk you through each step, answer your questions, and help you feel at ease throughout your visit. We also offer comfort options to help you relax during treatment.

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Why Would I Need to Have a Tooth Extraction?

Our patients may need to have a dental extraction due to one of the following:

  • Decay has spread deep into the tooth, often affecting the roots.
  • An infection has damaged a large part of the tooth or the bone around it.
  • A patient is born with too many teeth or if severe crowding occurs as adult teeth come in.

Decay and infection can both cause pain and make eating almost impossible. Crowding can also cause functionality issues because your bite may become misaligned. If you are in or near Raleigh, Cary, or beyond and are experiencing any dental problems, call us right away to find out how we can help.

What Should I Expect From a Dental Extraction?

 

In most cases, extracting a tooth is quick. We start with local anesthesia and use tools to help loosen the tooth and pull it out.

What Should I Do After the Extraction?

 

After the extraction, take care of yourself to avoid complications. Remember to avoid drinking through straws for a day, and to avoid all tobacco use for two days.You can clean your mouth by gently rinsing it with warm water, and don’t brush directly over the extraction area for another day or two. Eat a diet of soft foods and avoid rigorous activities for at least a day.

Taking care of yourself will prevent dry socket. A blood clot should form, and if it is knocked loose it will expose the bone and cause a lot of pain. Call us if you are worried about dry socket or if there is anything else we can help you with.

What Should I Expect From a Dental Extraction?

This depends on your individual needs, available jaw space, and comfort level. Our doctors often recommend removing all problematic wisdom teeth in a single visit to reduce overall recovery time and avoid multiple procedures. However, if a staged approach is better for your situation—or if you have specific concerns—we’ll gladly discuss alternative options.

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Schedule Your Tooth Extraction Today!

We perform teeth extraction with skill and care. If you are in the Cary or Raleigh area and experiencing dental pain, call us today to schedule an appointment. We can get you started on the road to a happier mouth!

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Tooth Extractions FAQ

What does a tooth extraction entail?

There are two types of extractions: a simple extraction and a surgical extraction. In both cases patients are properly numbed beforehand to ensure they will experience no discomfort or pain. In a simple extraction, the dentist will use an elevator (dental instrument) to loosen the tooth and then extract the tooth gently with forceps.

A surgical extraction may be necessary in complex cases when the tooth is broken or has not surfaced. The dentist may need to make a small incision into the gums or break the tooth up in multiple pieces before removing it from the mouth.

What risks are associated with this treatment?

Treatment risks and/or unwanted consequences may include:

  • Reaction to medications and/or anesthetic
  • Temporary or permanent numbness or tingling of the lip, chin, tongue or other areas
  • Post treatment bleeding
  • Post treatment infection or dry socket
  • Post treatment tissue swelling
  • Root fragments may break and may be left in the jaw
  • Sinus involvement when upper teeth are removed which may require additional treatment or referral to a specialist
  • Jaw or alveolar bone may fracture during tooth removal which may require additional treatment or referral to a specialist
  • Sensitivity or pain
  • Damage to adjacent teeth or restorations

What should I expect to experience after treatment?

Some swelling, stiffness, and discomfort may occur. If it is greater than expected we will have you return to be evaluated. Each patient is sent home with instructions on how to care for their mouth after the extraction. Typical post-operative instructions include:

  • Icing and applying pressure to the extraction site
  • Elevating your head and resting quietly
  • Avoiding rinsing, spitting, smoking and consuming hot liquid or food
  • Taking medicine prescribed by your doctor

 

What Our Patients Are Saying!

As a first time patient, I was warmly welcomed and every person I came in contact with was very friendly. I received a thorough cleaning and was very informed of my needs and any procedure that might be performed.

Cindy Covil

I have been a patient of Dr. Acton's for 19 years. You can trust him to listen to you and address your needs and/or fears. He has the most up to date procedures and invest in training all of the staff on both the latest techniques and customer service... I feel safe and well cared for at each of my appointments.

Darlene Germano

Dr. Acton is great at what he does and I highly recommend using Cary Family Dental as your new Dentist! PS - their new building is awesome and they have TVs on the ceiling so you can watch when you are getting cleaned!

Nathan Campbell

I have been with cary family dental for a few years now and always leave happy! I actually am looking forward to going to this dentist. All staff is always friendly and seem to really care about my well being.

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