Tooth Extractions – Melbourne, FL
The Next Step Towards Improving Your Oral Health
The best-case scenario for our oral health over our lifetime is that each of our natural teeth remains in place and healthy. However, that’s often not the case for most people due to the fact that we use our teeth for countless everyday tasks, like to chew food, bite nails, and tear tape off a roll. Daily use causes wear-and-tear that leaves our teeth vulnerable to oral health problems such as cavities and infections. When these issues aren’t addressed in a timely manner, they can cause damage that’s beyond repair. At Dental Excellence Melbourne, we will try everything we can to restore the strength, shape, and structure of damage teeth. Once we’ve exhausted all of our treatments and resources, we may suggest having the tooth extracted to preserve the health of your mouth. If you’re in need of a tooth extraction in Melbourne, our friendly and gentle team of dental professionals will make sure that your treatment is pain-free.
Why Do You Need a Tooth Extraction?
Tooth extractions can be the cause of a variety of issues. Some possible reasons that you may need a tooth removed from your mouth include:
- The tooth is damaged beyond repair.
- You need to make room in your mouth for orthodontic treatment or replacement teeth.
- A tooth is impacted and could be a danger to your oral health.
- Your wisdom teeth need to be removed as a precautionary measure.
- Gum disease has weakened a tooth or caused it to become loose.
Types of Tooth Extractions
Depending on the complexity of the case, we offer multiple tooth extraction solutions to help preserve your oral health. We’ll take images of your mouth using digital X-rays to help us determine which option is best for your unique situation.
Wisdom Teeth Extractions
For some people, not having their wisdom teeth removed can increase the risk of developing oral health problems such as decay, infection, and orthodontic issues. If we determine that there’s not enough room in your mouth to house your wisdom teeth or that your natural healthy teeth are in harm’s way, we may recommend removing them.
Multiple Tooth Extractions
Some patients who have oral health problems caused by genetics, trauma, or severe decay may need multiple teeth removed in order to preserve the health of their mouth. During your consultation, our dentist in Melbourne will discuss the procedure with you along with your tooth-replacement options to help restore the strength and function of your teeth.
Tips for a Speedy Recovery
After your extraction in Melbourne, Drs. Cedric Chenet and Derek Chenet will provide you with a list of aftercare instructions to make sure your gums heal properly. These will also help minimize any potential pain or discomfort after your treatment so you can remain comfortable. We may recommend that you:
- Take any prescribed medication as instructed.
- Maintain a diet of soft foods and avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where your extraction sites are located.
- Use a cold compress to ease any soreness and help bring down swelling.
- Don’t drink from a straw.
- Continue brushing and flossing, just avoid directly brushing your extraction site.
Within a week or so, most of our patients are able to return to their daily routines. If you continue experiencing any pain or discomfort or have questions about how to care for your mouth, don’t hesitate to contact our office. Our team of friendly dental professionals will happily provide you with any additional information you need.
Understanding the Cost of Tooth Extractions
Even if you need a tooth extracted, you should first learn the treatment price. Doing so will confirm if care fits your budget. Still, note that the cost of tooth extractions varies by patient. You’ll want to consult our dentists for a more precise estimate. From there, our dental team will work to make your tooth removal affordable. That means we’ll walk you through the extraction’s price factors, payment options, and more. For more details, please keep reading or call us.
Factors That Can Affect Tooth Extraction Cost
We can learn the price of your extraction during the consultation. At that time, our dentists will assess your tooth through an oral exam. Doing so lets us consider the factors that affect your treatment’s cost. Such things typically include:
- Tooth Type/Location – Based on a tooth’s type or location, it may cost more or less to remove. For example, front teeth are less expensive to extract since the method is simpler for them.
- Tooth Number – How many teeth you have extracted also affects the treatment price. Depending on the final tally, your expenses may rise or fall.
- Extraction Difficulty – Tooth extractions can be simple or surgical. With a simple one, care is less pricey. Meanwhile, a complex and surgical one can be costly.
- Tooth Replacement Options – After the extraction, you may need to get a tooth replacement. Your treatment expenses will rise if so. In fact, the extra fees will depend on whether you get dentures, dental bridges, or dental implants.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Tooth Extractions?
Usually, dental insurance does cover tooth extractions. Many plans see this removal work as a major and necessary procedure. As a result, they’ll meet up to 50% of an extraction’s price (assuming you’ve met your deductible.)
Of course, there are some rare exceptions. Your insurance provider may not cover extractions at all. Alternatively, perhaps your policy only covers extractions of certain teeth. You should thus confirm your benefits before treatment. If you’d like, our team will help you do so.
Other Options for Making Tooth Extractions Affordable
Even without insurance, you can make tooth extraction affordable. Simply look at a dental practice’s varied payment options. If you rely on a good one, the removal process won’t “break the bank.”
For example, just look at our own Dental Excellence Melbourne. We provide options like:
- Dental Savings Plan – For a moderate annual fee, our practice will give you a discount on an extraction treatment.
- Flexible Financing – Our office works with CareCredit, a reputable, third-party financier. Through them, you could pay for an extraction in monthly installments.
In the end, we all want your tooth extraction to be effective and affordable. Learn how to best finance it by consulting us at our office.