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Tooth Extraction provided by Osborne Dentistry in Lebanon, OR

A patient sitting in the dentist chair awaiting an exam If you are experiencing discomfort in your teeth or gums and are ready to get your oral health back on track, we have a quality dental care team that can get you the best treatment that fits your condition. Come see our professionals at Osborne Dentistry for a dental exam to identify the cause of your discomfort.

A dental exam is the first step on your journey to a brighter and healthier smile. Once you have completed your exam, our team will work with you to develop a custom treatment plan tailored to meet your needs. This will include follow-up exams and any necessary steps to improve the function and appearance of your smile.

What Happens During a Dental Exam?


A dental exam is a simple and non-invasive oral health procedure. During your exam, our professionals will carefully inspect every area of your oral cavity, including your gums and other soft tissue.

Your exam will be accompanied by a professional teeth cleaning. One of our team members will brush and floss your teeth, as well as check for symptoms of chronic conditions such as gum disease. We check for gum disease by measuring the depth of the naturally occurring pockets that exist between your teeth and gums. Once this is completed, we will also conduct an oral cancer screening to check for any abnormalities.

If this is your first exam with us, you will likely get X-rays as well. These images allow our professionals to better understand your oral health needs and get a complete view of your oral cavity. X-rays are updated as needed.

How Often Do I Need a Dental Exam?


According to the American Dental Association, you should receive an oral exam and cleaning every six months. Exams conducted in these intervals allows our team to monitor your oral health and provide feedback on your oral hygiene practices. Regular exams are also important because they allow our team to diagnose and treat any oral health conditions much earlier. If left untreated, conditions like decay can become substantially more serious and require multiple procedures to correct.

What If a Cavity Is Found?


If our team locates a cavity during your dental exam, we will let you know during your visit and discuss treatment options with you. The treatment that our team recommends will vary based on how severe the decay is. Minor cavities can often be treated during the very same visit through the use of a dental filling.

When placing a filling, we will administer a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable during the procedure. We will then drill out any decayed material from your tooth. A composite material is used to pack the hole and protect your tooth from further decay. This material will harden after our team finishes molding and shaping it.

Schedule an Appointment


There is no need to wait until you are experiencing dental health issues to see a dental professional. Preventative treatment such as receiving regular dental exams is the key to a lifetime of good oral health. If you are ready to schedule your exam with our professionals at Osborne Dentistry, then you can contact us at 541-451-4300 today.

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Tooth Extraction Lebanon, OR


Tooth Extraction provided by Osborne Dentistry in Lebanon, OR

A sad tooth being pulled out of a row of happy teeth at Osborne Dentistry in Lebanon, ORWhen possible, it is best to have your natural teeth restored and repaired. However, our team at Osborne Dentistry understands that this is not always possible, especially once a damaged or decayed tooth has become painful or infected. That is why we offer tooth extractions among our many services.

However, our professionals do not simply extract your tooth and send you on your way. Our team will develop a customized treatment plan that involves future restorations. We will also provide detailed aftercare instructions so that your recovery is as comfortable as possible.

Are There More Than One Type of Extraction?


There are two basic types of extractions. The more common type is called a simple extraction because it does not involve any incisions being made into your gum line and is generally pretty quick to complete. This type of extraction is used if your tooth is damaged or infected and is completely exposed above your gum line.

When completing a simple extraction, our professional will administer an anesthetic to the surgical site before starting. We will then take hold of your tooth with a metal handheld tool called forceps. To remove the tooth, we will gently manipulate it and pull on it in a side-to-side motion until it is freed from your gum line.

Sometimes, removing a tooth using this method is a little more involved. If the tooth is tightly lodged into your gums, we may need to shatter the tooth. We can then remove each section piece by piece without further aggravating your gums.

The other type of extraction is called a surgical extraction and is performed when a tooth is impacted. An impacted tooth is a tooth that is either partially or completely underneath the gum line. This most commonly occurs with wisdom teeth. After administering the anesthetic, our professional will need to make an incision into your gums to expose the tooth before removing it with forceps.

Is There a Long Recovery When Having a Tooth Extracted?


Getting a tooth pulled involves a relatively short recovery, especially with a simple extraction. Most patients experience some soreness and tenderness for a few days to a week. If your tooth was impacted, you will have received sutures after the procedure and will probably need a few additional days to heal. Our team will prescribe pain medication, if necessary, to keep you comfortable during this time.

Can I Get My Extracted Teeth Replaced Later?


You can replace your extracted teeth with one of several restorations at a later date. To help keep your jawbone healthy enough for future restorations, our team will likely recommend that you receive a tooth socket graft at the time of your extraction. This involves the placement of a bone-like material into the socket created by your extraction. This material will fuse with your jawbone and provide a good foundation for dental implants if you opt for them in the future.

Schedule Your Appointment


Just because you need to have a tooth extracted does not mean that you have to compromise your long-term oral health goals. If you are troubled by a damaged tooth, come to see our professionals at Osborne Dentistry and let us prepare you for a new smile. You can schedule your appointment by calling our office at 541-451-4300.

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