Kent Family Dental
2515 Alpine Ave NW # A
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 364-9348
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Convenient Hours:
Mon & Wed 8am - 8pm
Tue & Thu 7am - 8pm
Friday 7am - 5pm
Saturdays 8am - 1pm
Grand Rapids Tooth Extraction | Oral Surgery in Grand Rapids MI
If you are possibly in need of a tooth extraction, our team at Kent Family Dental is your source for Grand Rapids Oral Surgery. Our team of dentists will ensure that your tooth extraction procedure will be as comfortable and painless as possible. For further information about tooth extractions and other general Oral Surgery procedures by our dentists in Grand Rapids MI, please read the information provided below.
Our main objective at Kent Family Dental is always to save a tooth. But, sometimes that option is not attainable. What should you expect when you are scheduled for a tooth extraction? We will numb the area to lessen any discomfort. After the extraction, your dentist will advise you of what post extraction regimen to follow, in most cases a small amount of bleeding is normal. Avoid anything that might prevent normal healing. It is usually best not to smoke, rinse your mouth vigorously, or drink through a straw for 24 hours. These activities could dislodge the clot and delay healing. If you must rinse your mouth within the first couple of days following your extraction, rinse your mouth gently. For pain or swelling, apply a cold cloth or an ice bag. Ask your dentist about pain medication. You can brush and floss the other teeth as usual. Do not clean the teeth next to the tooth socket. If a specialist is required to extract a tooth we will refer you to an oral surgeon. Oral surgeons have more of an advantage as they specialize in these types of procedures if they become overly complicated. Modern procedures and proper follow up care as recommended by your dentist will ensure your recovery is as quick and painless as possible.