Tooth Extractions In Salt Lake City: Gentle Removal, Smooth Recovery, And What Comes Next

While we prioritize saving teeth, sometimes extraction is the most predictable route—severe cracks, deep decay below the gumline, or non-restorable infections. With modern anesthesia, clear instructions, and a plan for replacement, you can expect a straightforward visit and a recovery you can manage confidently at home.

Types Of Extractions

• Simple Extraction: For teeth that are visible and accessible.
• Surgical Extraction: For broken, impacted, or brittle roots and wisdom teeth.
• Emergency Extraction: When pain and infection demand urgent relief.

What Your Visit Looks Like

1. Exam & Imaging: Digital X-rays (and occasionally 3D scans) guide safe removal.
2. Comfort First: Profound local anesthesia; add nitrous or oral sedation if you’re nervous.
3. Gentle Removal: Precision instruments and a measured pace protect surrounding bone and tissues.
4. Clot Protection: We place gauze and review instructions to safeguard healing.

Your First 72 Hours—A Helpful Timeline

• Hours 0–24: Keep steady pressure on gauze, avoid straws and vigorous rinsing, apply cool compresses, and rest with head elevated.
• Day 2: Switch to warm saltwater rinses after meals; discomfort typically decreases.
• Day 3: Bruising may show; continue soft foods and avoid heavy workouts.

Dry Socket Prevention (Big Deal, Simple Steps)

No smoking or vaping, no straws, and keep your tongue and fingers away from the site. Follow instructions for gentle rinses and stick with soft, lukewarm foods early on.

Red Flags: Call Us If You Notice

Increasing pain after day three, persistent bleeding, fever, foul taste, or swelling that worsens. We’ll see you quickly and keep healing on track.

Special Situations We Plan For

• Blood Thinners: We coordinate with your physician and adjust technique to minimize risk.
• Diabetes: Timing and aftercare are optimized for steady healing.
• Infections: Targeted antibiotics may be prescribed alongside definitive treatment.

Socket Preservation: Setting Up For The Future

If an implant is planned later, socket grafting can preserve ridge shape and volume. This simple step often makes future implant placement more predictable and esthetic.

Replacement Options After Extraction

• Dental Implant + Crown: Most natural feel and function; preserves bone.
• Fixed Bridge: Tooth-borne option when an implant isn’t ideal.
• Partial Denture: Budget-friendly, removable solution.
  We’ll give you a clear timeline so you know when each option becomes available post-healing.

Wisdom Teeth: What To Expect

Impacted or poorly angulated wisdom teeth can threaten neighboring molars and gums. If removal makes sense, we’ll plan sedation, explain aftercare (ice, soft diet, medication timing), and schedule a check to confirm smooth healing.

FAQs: Straight Answers

Will it hurt? You’ll be fully numb; most patients describe pressure, not pain. Afterward, anti-inflammatories typically do the job.
How long until I can work out? Light walking right away; delay strenuous exercise ~3–5 days unless we advise otherwise.
When can I wear my partial denture again? Often after a few days with adjustments; we’ll guide you specifically.

Your Next Step

If a tooth is causing pain—or your dentist told you it can’t be predictably saved—we’ll make the next steps calm and clear.

Need an extraction or second opinion? Contact Velux Dental SLC at (801) 797-3363 to Book an Appointment and get a personalized path to relief and restoration.