Although your dentist typically does everything they can to protect and preserve the teeth you were born with, there are occasions in which an extraction is the best way to safeguard your smile. For example, removing a severely decayed or damaged tooth that can’t be fixed with a tooth-colored filling or a root canal may be the only way to alleviate your discomfort and prevent a spreading infection.
However, many patients avoid scheduling their procedure because they’re worried it will hurt. Continue reading to learn more about what tooth extractions feel like so you can set your fears aside!
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