Do you have a nagging toothache that won’t go away? You may need a tooth extraction.
At Garden City Dental Practice, we always aim to save your natural teeth whenever we can. But if a tooth is too damaged to be fixed with a root canal or filling, then tooth extraction is the best option to keep your mouth healthy for life.
Tooth extractions are generally a last resort, but there are specific situations where they may become necessary such as:
Maintaining good oral hygiene—regular brushing, flossing, and routine dental check-ups—can help keep your teeth healthy and strong, reducing the need for extractions.
At Garden City Dental Practice, we provide tooth extractions for both children and adults. We always use local anaesthesia to ensure a pain-free experience. After an extraction, we'll discuss options for filling the gap with natural-looking replacement teeth, like a fixed bridge or dental implants, to restore your smile.
If you're anxious about seeing the dentist, we can help! Ask us about our
sleep dentistry options to make your experience as comfortable as possible.
Putting off necessary tooth extractions can lead to more pain, increased risk of infection, and potential complications that could affect the nearby teeth. It may even cause your neighbouring teeth to shift, impacting your bite and overall dental alignment. That's why it's best to deal with this problem sooner rather than later.
Our tooth extraction services will put an end to your discomfort, prevent further issues, and improve the overall health of your smile - allowing you to confidently show off your pearly whites in no time!
Experienced, Friendly Team
With over 25 years of collective experience in dentistry, our friendly staff will be with you through each stage of your treatment.
Accessible Location
We're conveniently situated at 45 Holberton Street, Rockville, QLD-4350, right next to St Andrew's Hospital. We offer Free Onsite Parking, including disabled access, for your convenience. Check out our contact page on how to find us.
Innovative Technology
We pride ourselves on using the latest dental technology and procedures for shorter treatment times and the best outcomes.
Our dentists are dedicated to providing the best dental experience to Toowoomba.
That is why we've assembled a friendly and professional team that shares a passion for patient-centred dentistry.
Dr Pradeep Velagapudi is an experienced Dentist graduated in 2004.He is practising dentistry for over 15 years with a wealth of clinical knowledge and practical skills. He has worked in both public and private sectors.
Dr Pradeep has worked in the role of Senior Dentist and Clinical Supervisor at Toowoomba Oral Health Services until 2020 . He is our Principal Dentist and involved with the Garden City Dental Practice for the last 8 years.
Dr Pradeep is an enthusiastic learner constantly updating his clinical knowledge and skills through continuing professional development attending various dental conferences and seminars. He enjoys practising all aspects of dentistry with a special focus on single visit crowns, veneers, smile makeovers, aligners, implants and wisdom teeth removal.
For the last 10 years Dr Pradeep has called Toowoomba home. He loves to play tennis on weekends and also loves to spent time with his two kids when not practising dentistry.
Dr Neha Kansagara is an experienced dentist who has been practicing in Toowoomba for over 12 years. Dr Neha graduated with a bachelor of dental surgery in 2006 with a wealth of clinical knowledge and practical skills.
Dr Neha brings her experience and dental knowledge to the practice. Her warm, caring, and gentle approach making her an amazing dentist for children as well as adults. She practices all areas of general dentistry including dental emergencies. Her special interest is in cosmetic dentistry which includes White Fillings, Root canal treatments, Veneers and Crowns.
Apart from her dental work, she enjoys spending time with her family and likes to read interesting articles.
Schedule your tooth extraction appointment with our compassionate dental team at Garden City Dental Practice. We prioritise your comfort and well-being throughout the extraction process, ensuring a gentle, stress-free experience.
Frequently Asked Questions:
If you need a tooth to be removed, your dentist will usually give you a local anaesthetic to numb your mouth so you don’t feel pain. Your dentist will then use a special tool to loosen the tooth in the gum. Once the tooth is loose, they will remove it with forceps.
If your tooth extraction is more complicated, you might need to be given a general anaesthetic, which will put you to sleep.
After your tooth has been removed, your dentist will probably need to make sure the gum socket is clean. If you needed a cut in the gum during tooth removal, you might need a stitch to close the cut.
You might have some bleeding and if so, the dentist will usually ask you to bite down on a piece of gauze to stop the bleeding.
Once the anaesthetic wears off, you will probably have some pain. Your dentist might write you a prescription for pain relief medicine or recommend an over-the-counter medicine.
You’ll also probably be told to eat soft foods and chew on the unaffected side of your mouth for a while. Be careful not to bite your lip while it is numb. You should rest and avoid physical sports, smoking and drinking alcohol for the next 24 hours.
Usually, the wound will take 1 or 2 weeks to heal. However, contact your dentist if you have:
This will depend on your situation. Once the dentist has assessed your tooth they will explain any alternatives and their pros and cons.
If you have a tooth that needs to be extracted, but you choose to leave it untreated, there can be several negative consequences. Some of them are:
It is important to see a dentist regularly and address any dental problems as soon as possible to avoid these consequences.
The cost of a tooth extraction varies and depends on several factors such as the type of extraction (simple or surgical), the patient’s insurance coverage, and the complexity of the procedure. You dentist will clearly explain all expected costs to you at your first visit.Our team is experienced in caring for anxious patients and will work with you to create a treatment plan that addresses your specific concerns and needs.
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