Tooth Extraction Before An Implant Procedure

Posted on: 7 March 2023

Severe trauma to a tooth may require that the tooth is extracted. Extraction is a common procedure that is performed before a dental implant procedure. The condition of the gumline and bone that surround a natural tooth will have a bearing on how quickly an implant procedure can be performed.

Reasons For An Extraction

Even with the proper care of a tooth, there may be an unforeseen situation that occurs that requires a natural tooth to be removed. Severe trauma could result in the weakening of the tooth and the roots that it is connected to. If a restorative procedure or a root canal will not effectively restore the health of the tooth, a dental provider may recommend an extraction.

Modern technology supports the creation of dental implants that look and feel natural. Implants are color-matched and shaped to look exactly like natural teeth. A dental provider will consult with a patient, prior to performing an extraction. This will provide a patient with information about how the procedure will be performed.

The Extraction

The complexity of the extraction process will have a bearing on how quickly an implant can be installed. The front teeth each contain a single straight root. A molar contains multiple roots. Extracting a front tooth will not be as difficult to perform as extracting a molar. The complexity of an extraction can affect how much change a patient undergoes during the dental procedure.

A dentist will numb the area where the tooth will be pulled. They will use various tools to gently separate the roots from below the gumline. If the bone is damaged during the process, bone grafting material may be introduced into the socket where the natural tooth was located. This will restore the density of the bone structure.

The dentist will use gauze to stop bleeding in the mouth. They will advise a patient to take oral pain medication.

The Dental Implant

A follow-up appointment will be scheduled. At this appointment, the dentist will inspect the area where the tooth was extracted. If sufficient healing is evident, a dentist can prepare a mold. The mold is used to make a custom implant.

An implant will consist of a prosthesis tooth and an abutment (titanium post or fixture). The abutment will be anchored into the jawbone. It will jut upward through the gumline. The artificial tooth will be screwed onto the abutment.

To learn more about dental implant procedures, contact a dentist in your area.

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