Gentle Care. Comfortable Experience.
Sometimes, saving a tooth isn’t possible—but removing it doesn’t have to be stressful. At Cottonful Dental, we provide safe, gentle tooth extractions with your comfort as our top priority, helping you get relief and protect your oral health.
Tooth Extraction
When Is a Tooth Extraction Needed?
When Is a Tooth Extraction Needed?
Tooth extractions may be recommended for:
Severe tooth decay or infection
Severe tooth decay or infection
Advanced gum disease
Advanced gum disease
Broken or damaged teeth beyond repair
Broken or damaged teeth beyond repair
Overcrowding before orthodontic treatment
Overcrowding before orthodontic treatment
Impacted wisdom teeth
Impacted wisdom teeth
Our team always explores every option to save your tooth first. Extraction is only recommended when it’s the healthiest choice for your smile.
Our team always explores every option to save your tooth first. Extraction is only recommended when it’s the healthiest choice for your smile.
After Tooth Extraction
After Tooth Extraction
Recovery & Aftercare Tips
Recovery & Aftercare Tips
Bite on gauze to control bleeding for the first few hours
Bite on gauze to control bleeding for the first few hours
Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling
Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling
Stick to soft foods for the first 24–48 hours
Stick to soft foods for the first 24–48 hours
Avoid smoking, straws, or vigorous rinsing
Avoid smoking, straws, or vigorous rinsing
Take prescribed medication as directed
Take prescribed medication as directed
Most patients feel back to normal in just a few days.
Step-by-step guidance
Step-by-step guidance
What to Expect During Extraction
What to Expect During Extraction
Exam & X-rays – We assess the tooth and surrounding bone
Exam & X-rays – We assess the tooth and surrounding bone
Comfort First – Local anesthesia (and sedation if needed) keeps you pain-free
Comfort First – Local anesthesia (and sedation if needed) keeps you pain-free
Gentle Removal – Using modern techniques to minimize discomfort
Gentle Removal – Using modern techniques to minimize discomfort
Aftercare Guidance – Detailed instructions for smooth healing at home
