Dr. Jennifer Zipfel is a caring, gentle and knowledgeable dentist. She and her friendly staff will take the time to listen to you and answer all of your questions. They are dedicated to giving you the comprehensive treatment that you need in a caring and relaxing atmosphere.
Since so much of our self-esteem is tied up in our teeth, Dr. Zipfel believes that administering treatment quickly and giving patients healthy teeth and gums is enormously important. "We try to get people in the office right away and we really listen to what they need. If there is a problem that can be fixed, we fix it right away while the patient is there in the chair." A dental extraction (exodontia) simply means removing a tooth or teeth. When you are six, this can be accomplished by biting a nice crisp apple with your very loose tooth. However, there are times when you might appreciate the help of your dentist.
Teeth That Might Need Dental Extraction:
- Teeth that are too decayed for restoration
- Wisdom teeth that are impacted (too crowded to be able to erupt normally)
- Teeth that need to be removed to prepare for braces
- Extra teeth that are blocking others from coming in
- Broken or badly cracked teeth
Types of Extraction
A simple extraction is performed under a local anesthetic and does not require surgical instruments.
A surgical extraction is performed usually under a general anesthetic and requires an incision.
Extraction After-Care
After you have had a tooth extracted, you will be given specific instructions on how to make sure the wound heals fully and without infection. Following these instructions will give you the best chance for a trouble-free recovery. Feel free to call Dr. Zipfel any time you are unsure about what you should be doing, or if anything unexpected happens that you don’t understand.