Tooth Extractions
Tooth extractions are very common procedures that provide much-needed pain relief for our patients. While we try to provide alternative treatments first, dental extractions are necessary when oral disease or infection cannot be controlled by any other method. Prior to all extractions local dental blocks are placed to prevent pain and allow us to use less anesthetic drugs.
Common removal situations include:
- Fractured teeth that are causing pain and are at risk of infection.
- The tooth and its supporting structures have been rendered unusable and painful by periodontal disease.
- Making room for more important teeth by removing smaller secondary teeth when crowding is present—makes the entire dental system more stable.
Types of Extractions
At Elevated Pet Dentistry, only our skilled veterinarian performs these procedures with the utmost care, emphasizing patient comfort and safety. The recovery process for extractions is relatively quick, with many patients being able to eat soft food soon after the procedure and return to full health within several days.
To learn more about tooth extractions and overall dental health, please contact Elevated Pet Dentistry today!
