When you get a tooth pulled, it leaves a space in your mouth that may cause problems later. Luckily, we can help with extraction site preservation in Pacific Beach, CA. Dr. Joseph Boulos and Dr. Julie Boulos makes sure their patients at All Coast Dental have the best services available to preserve and fix teeth.
Causes of Tooth Extraction
If your tooth is badly damaged or rotten, it may need to be pulled. Sometimes it can get knocked out from injury. When you lose a tooth, the bone begins to deteriorate around the empty spot. This can cause further dental issues as well as jaw problems. We will help you preserve the space and ensure it does not cause further harm. You may want to replace that tooth in the future. When it is time to do extraction site preservation in Pacific Beach, CA, we will do our best to maintain the strength of that empty spot.
After Tooth Extraction
When you have a tooth removed, it creates a hole in your mouth called an extraction site. Drs. Boulos recommend teeth being extracted only if they are badly damaged or decayed. However, if extractions are necessary, we can use several techniques to protect the surrounding areas.
Adhesive
We may apply an adhesive material to the area of gum surrounding the extraction site. This helps prevent further damage to your gums and teeth, which can lead to problems with loose teeth, shifted teeth, or even bone loss. The gum tissue may also be treated with medication that reduces swelling and bleeding while healing after your treatment.
Bone Grafting
Bone grafting can also help your teeth stay in place after tooth extraction. It is useful if you need a large area of bone covered or if the gum has receded from the area of tooth loss. The graft helps prevent the empty socket from collapsing and becoming unattached to your jawbone. We recommend you see your dentist at least twice in the first year after having a tooth removed; we will monitor the site and ensure it heals well.
Drs. Boulos at All Coast Dental will provide professional aftercare after you lose a tooth. For extraction site preservation in Pacific Beach, CA, call us at (858) 270-4904 for a consultation today.