If you’ve got a painful, damaged tooth in Flower Mound, TX, a tooth extraction from Titensor Dental may be the best way to eliminate your discomfort, prevent complications, and get your oral health back on track. At Titensor Dental, we know that tooth extractions can be intimidating. That’s why we offer expert care in a welcoming, judgment-free environment.
Not only that, but we offer a full range of sedation options to help you get the care you need with less stress, anxiety, and discomfort. And with same-day tooth extractions available in some cases, we can provide you with the relief you need without a long wait. Call now to learn more!
A tooth extraction involves removing a tooth that’s too damaged or unhealthy to save with alternative treatments, such as root canal therapy. At our office, Dr. Brett Titensor and Dr. Jackson Mann are conservative dentists. This means he looks to preserve your natural teeth whenever possible, and will only recommend a tooth extraction when he truly believes it’s the only option for restoring your oral health.
There are two types of tooth extractions, known as simple extractions and surgical extractions. Simple extractions can be done on teeth that are fully erupted from your gums. This treatment involves wiggling the tooth loose and pulling it out of your mouth.
Surgical extractions are a little bit more complicated. They are necessary for teeth that are broken near the gumline, or for teeth (such as wisdom teeth) that have not fully erupted from the gums. In this procedure, Drs. Brett and Jackson will make an incision in your gums, then cut the tooth into pieces and extract each piece through this incision.
Not sure when you may need a tooth to be pulled? Here’s a quick overview of the most common situations when tooth extractions are necessary:
Tooth extractions usually take about an hour, but you can expect to spend a total of around two hours at Titensor Dental. Not sure what will happen during your procedure? Here’s a quick guide to the basics.
First, our dentist will examine your mouth and take X-rays to check on the health of your tooth. He will determine whether or not it’s possible to save your tooth with an alternative treatment like a root canal or a crown, or if a tooth extraction is necessary.
Once you’re approved for a tooth extraction, you will typically come back to have your tooth pulled at a separate appointment. However, we also offer same-day tooth extractions in Flower Mound, TX in some cases.
At Titensor Dental, we offer sedation for tooth extractions in Flower Mound. Our sedation options include nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral conscious sedation, and even deep IV sedation.
With dental sedation, you can feel less anxious, more comfortable, and get tooth extractions without stress. If you’re not sure which type of sedation is right for you, we recommend discussing your sedation options with your dentist during your first visit.
Dr. Brett and Dr. Jackson will begin your tooth extraction by cleaning the surgical area and numbing your mouth. Our team will also administer sedation to keep you feeling comfortable. Depending on the type you choose, this may involve breathing laughing gas through a nose mask, taking some pills before your procedure, or getting sedative medicine through an IV drip.
This is the most common type of extraction. In a simple extraction, the doctors will use a tool called a “dental elevator” to wiggle your tooth loose in the socket. Then, once he loosens it enough, he will pull it out with a dental forceps. Then, he will clean up the treatment area and stitch the socket shut.
Surgical extractions are used for impacted wisdom teeth or for teeth that are too damaged to be removed with a simple extraction. In this procedure, the doctor will create an opening in your gums near the tooth. Then, he will access the tooth through this opening, cut it into small pieces, and remove the tooth pieces one by one. Then, he will clean up and suture the incision in your gums to ensure your mouth heals properly.
We will send you home with a full set of recovery instructions to follow. You will need to take things easy for a day or two, eat soft foods, and follow all of the other directions he provides to you. You may also need to schedule a follow-up visit with our team so that Drs. Brett and Jackson can check on your recovery progress.
It’s a good idea to stock up on soft and liquid foods so that you have plenty of nutritious meals to eat while you recover. Other than that, you don’t need to do anything special to prepare unless you are being sedated.
If you are getting sedation from Dr. Brett or Dr. Jackson, they will provide you with specific instructions. For example, you may need to discontinue certain medications for a day or two, or avoid eating and drinking (fast) for at least eight hours before your surgery.
You will also need to bring a responsible adult with you to Titensor Dental unless you are getting nitrous oxide (laughing gas) sedation. This is because you cannot drive yourself home if you are getting oral conscious or IV sedation.
Our doctors will give you a full set of instructions to follow during the tooth extraction recovery process. But if you’re wondering what to expect, here are a few post-extraction care tips and precautions you’ll need to follow after your surgery:
Dr. Brett Titensor and Dr. Jackson Mann has more than a decade of experience in dentistry and has completed hundreds of hours of post-graduate training to ensure that he is always at the cutting edge of dental care. With his expertise and knowledge, you can rest assured that you’ll get the best possible care.
At Titensor Dental, we also understand that oral surgeries like tooth extractions can be scary, even if you’re not typically afraid of getting dental care. That’s why we offer a full range of sedation options, ranging from minimal sedation to deep sedation. Along with our welcoming environment and judgment-free attitude to care, this helps our patients get the care they need without fear, anxiety, or intimidation.
So don’t wait. If you’re nervous about getting a tooth extraction in Flower Mound, TX, come to Titensor Dental. You can see our difference for yourself, learn about how we keep you comfortable, and make sure you get the best-in-class care you need to get your oral health back on track.
Simple tooth extractions are typically much cheaper than surgical extractions. On average, you’ll pay between $200 and $400 per tooth for a simple extraction. Surgical extractions are more complex. This makes them more expensive, with typical treatment costs ranging from $250 to $700 per tooth.
Sedation may also add more costs to your tooth extraction. Nitrous oxide typically costs between $50 and $100, oral conscious sedation costs $400 to $500, and IV sedation costs between $500 and $1000.
The good news is that dental insurance will typically cover part of the cost of medically necessary tooth extractions. At Titensor Dental, we are not in network with any insurance companies, but we are happy to file out-of-network claims on your behalf to help you make the most of your insurance benefits.
At Titensor Dental, we believe that finances should never get in the way of your oral health. That’s why we also offer financing plans to split the cost of care into low monthly payments. Just ask our team about your options during your consultation!
During your appointment, our doctors will walk you through the best option for your unique situation, always ensuring you have full autonomy in your care plan.
Whether you need a same-day tooth extraction or you have a less urgent issue like a sore tooth, the team at Titensor Dental are here to help. We offer gentle, pain-free tooth extractions in Flower Mound, TX. With Drs. Brett and Jackson experience, our advanced technology, and a variety of sedation options, we make it easy for you to get the care you need.
So don’t wait. Give us a call at (972) 355-9545 or contact us online to book your first consultation. With our help, you can eliminate pain, prevent complications, and get peace of mind knowing that you’ve done everything you can to protect your oral health.
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