Sometimes, removing a tooth is the best way to protect your oral health. At Sconzo & Sciascia General, Cosmetic, and Family Dentistry in Brooklyn, NY, we provide safe, effective tooth extraction services for patients who need relief from pain, infection, or dental crowding. Our experienced dental team ensures that each extraction is performed with care, comfort, and precision.
Simple Extractions: Performed on visible teeth that are easy to remove, typically under local anesthesia.
Surgical Extractions: Required for impacted teeth or teeth that are broken below the gum line. This procedure may involve minor incisions and sutures.
Your dentist will evaluate your specific situation and recommend the safest and most effective extraction method for you.
Severe Tooth Decay: When a tooth is too damaged to restore with a filling, crown, or root canal.
Infection or Abscess: If infection has spread to the pulp or surrounding bone, extraction can prevent further complications.
Impacted Teeth: Often seen with wisdom teeth that cannot emerge properly.
Orthodontic Treatment: Sometimes teeth need to be removed to create space for proper alignment.
Trauma or Injury: Damaged teeth that cannot be repaired may need extraction to protect surrounding teeth and tissue.
The dentist will numb the area with local anesthesia to ensure comfort.
For surgical extractions, sedation may be offered for added relaxation.
After removal, your dentist will provide instructions for care, including managing swelling, controlling bleeding, and following a soft-food diet during recovery.
Most patients experience mild discomfort that can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. Full healing typically takes one to two weeks.
You will be numb during the procedure, so you shouldn’t feel pain. Mild soreness afterward is normal and can be managed with pain medication.
Initial recovery usually takes about one week, though full healing may take a few weeks depending on the complexity of the extraction.
Yes. Options include dental implants, bridges, or partial dentures. Your dentist will discuss the best solution for your oral health and smile.
If you have a tooth that’s causing pain, infection, or other problems, don’t wait. Call Sconzo & Sciascia General, Cosmetic, and Family Dentistry in Brooklyn, NY at 718-339-0252 to schedule a consultation for tooth extraction and learn how we can help restore your oral health safely and comfortably.
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1.718.339.0252
1.718.376.0912
1666 Marine Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11234
1666 Marine Pkwy,
Brooklyn, NY 11234
