What Is a Tooth Extraction?
At Huntsville Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, preserving your natural teeth is always our top goal, but there are situations when removing a problem tooth is the best choice for protecting your overall oral health. Tooth extraction is a common oral surgery we perform when severe decay, gum disease, trauma, crowding, or other complications threaten the form and function of a patient's smile. In some cases, extractions are also performed to prepare for orthodontic treatment or dentures. With decades of experience, Dr. S. Clint Hudson performs both routine and surgical tooth extractions, including wisdom tooth removal, when discomfort, crowding, or an impacted tooth starts to cause problems. Regardless of your reason for needing a tooth removal, our team is committed to providing comprehensive treatment with a focus on your comfort and long-term oral health. Learn more about our approach to tooth extraction by scheduling a consultation and exam at our oral surgery practice in Huntsville, AL today.
How Does a Tooth Extraction Work?
Dr. Hudson performs tooth extractions in-office using local or general anesthesia, based on your medical history and needs. For simple extractions, we'll gently loosen the tooth using specialized instruments before removing it and cleaning the extraction site. If the tooth is impacted, broken, or too big to remove in one piece, Dr. Hudson may perform a surgical extraction, which involves making a small incision in the gums and removing a portion of bone to access and break up the tooth for easier removal.
Before you leave, we'll provide detailed instructions for care after your tooth extraction, including how to manage discomfort, reduce swelling, and promote healing. For the first few days, you'll need to avoid anything that could interfere with healing, such as smoking, using a straw, or brushing directly over the site. A soft diet is recommended while the area is still tender — foods like eggs, pasta, and smoothies are good options. As healing progresses, you'll be able to return to your normal routine with a few simple precautions.
What Are the Benefits of Tooth Extractions?
A problematic tooth can affect more than just your comfort. Whether it's causing pain, infection, or standing in the way of future treatment, removing it may be the right next step. At Huntsville Oral Surgery & Dental Implants, we make the extraction process straightforward and manageable, whether you need a single tooth removed or multiple teeth addressed as part of a larger plan. The benefits of this treatment include:
- Relieves pain and pressure caused by damaged or impacted teeth
- Removes sources of infection or chronic inflammation
- Creates space for orthodontic treatment or dental restorations
- Helps prevent damage to nearby teeth and bone
- Supports long-term oral health by eliminating problematic teeth
Tooth Extractions Reviews
Dr. Hudson to the rescue again! After expertly completing emergency extractions on a relative, Dr. Hudson again made time to help us out again in a bind. He is kind, caring, communicative, and an expert at what he does! Forever grateful!
Dr. Hudson is the absolute BEST!! My 13yr old had all 4 wisdom teeth and 2other teeth surgically removed and he made him feel so at ease. I would definitely recommend!!!!!!!
Got in at appointment time, and wisdom tooth extraction was relatively quick and painless.
Highly professional team I had my wisdom teeth removed and had complications after the fact. Called the emergency line and was seen by Dr Hudson within 20 minutes to help solve the issue. They then proceeded to call me the next morning to check in after the emergency call.
Got my wisdom teeth removed from here and everything went really good! Very nice and friendly staff who always make sure you’re doing well and comfortable! My procedure took less than an hour and I was able to go home and rest. I went under general anesthesia and had no problems. Definitely recommend for any wisdom teeth removals or dental work!
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Safe, Comfortable Tooth Extraction
Tooth extraction may be one of the most common oral surgery procedures, but it still deserves careful, thoughtful care. That's what we provide at Huntsville Oral Surgery & Dental Implants in Huntsville, AL. Whether you need an emergency tooth extraction, are dealing with discomfort from impacted wisdom teeth, or just want to understand your options, Dr. Hudson and our team will make sure you're prepared, comfortable, and fully supported from start to finish. Contact us to schedule your consultation and learn more about our approach to simple and surgical extraction.
