Emergency Tooth Extractions in Johns Creek
Severe toothache or infection? Board Certified Oral Surgeon Dr. Egolum has performed over 20,000 extractions with comfortable IV sedation and same-day availability.
EMERGENCY DENTIST FOR TOOTH EXTRACTION IN JOHNS CREEK
Do you need an emergency dentist for tooth extraction in Johns Creek? You have come to the right place. Whether it’s a wisdom tooth or a regular tooth such as a molar, at Creekside Oral Surgery our Oral Surgeon Dr. Egolum is Board Certified and has removed over 20,000 teeth and specializes in complex teeth extractions.
We offer safe, efficient teeth extractions with anesthesia options such as IV sedation and Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) for patient comfort. We also offer payment plans through 3rd party financing. If you need a quick appointment call our office 770-764-0840.
There are several reasons why you could need a tooth extraction.
The most common cause of tooth extractions is severe tooth decay and cavities. Teeth extractions can sometimes be as a result of an emergency due to pain or infection caused by teeth. However, many patients also undergo extractions for impacted teeth – particularly wisdom teeth. Other causes for extraction include advanced periodontal disease, cracked teeth, and teeth that are severely malformed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a tooth extraction?
Our skilled Oral Surgeon can tell you if you need a tooth extraction. However, you may be a candidate for the procedure if one or more of your teeth are decayed so severely that a filling or others restoration is not a possibility for treatment or if you are in severe pain.
What should I expect during my tooth extraction appointment?
If we decide to extract one or more teeth is recommended, we can perform the surgery on the same day or you can choose to be scheduled to return for oral surgery at a later date depending on your comfort and preference. You will be given a local anesthetic to prevent pain during the procedure, and you will be prescribed medications to help manage pain in the hours following your extraction. You may also elect for nitrous oxide or laughing gas to help with pain and anxiety. Depending on the nature of your extraction and other factors, such as whether your teeth are impacted, you may also be sedated or given general anesthesia during your procedure.
What type of post-treatment care will I need to follow?
Post-operative care following a tooth extraction is essential for healing and preventing complications. You will be instructed to avoid certain foods and also keep the surgical site clean at all times. If you are prescribed an antibiotic, it is important that you complete the course of treatment to prevent infection. Finally, you will be advised to avoid smoking or drinking through a straw, as doing so may delay the healing process and cause a condition known as ‘dry socket.’
Bite on a gauze pad for 30-45 minutes immediately after the appointment. If bleeding persists, place another gauze pad and bite firmly for another 30 minutes.
Do not rinse vigorously, suck on straws, smoke, drink alcohol or brush teeth next to the extraction site for 72 hours to prevent dislodging the blood clot.
In Pain? Call Us Immediately
Our Johns Creek oral surgery team provides urgent appointments and pain relief.
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