- Comfort-focused care. Healthy smiles. Personal attention
- 2614 Highway 49 South, Florence, MS 39073
- (601) 845-6357
WHEN REMOVAL MAY BE THE HEALTHIEST OPTION
Whenever possible, we want to help you keep your natural teeth. Sometimes, however, removing a tooth may be the healthiest next step. At Cole Family Dentistry in Florence, Mississippi, we’ll evaluate the tooth, explain why extraction may be recommended and discuss what to expect before moving forward.
About this service
A recommendation for tooth extraction should always come with an explanation. We’ll talk with you about why the tooth may need to be removed, whether another treatment option may be appropriate and what the next step could look like afterward.
If extraction is recommended, our team will explain the procedure, answer your questions and help you feel as comfortable and prepared as possible.
Before recommending an extraction, we’ll evaluate the tooth and surrounding area, review relevant health information and explain why removal may be necessary. We’ll also discuss what to expect during the procedure, aftercare and whether replacing the tooth should be considered as part of your longer-term treatment plan.
We understand that having a tooth removed can make patients feel nervous. Tell us if you are anxious or have concerns before your visit. We’ll explain what to expect, answer your questions and help you feel as comfortable as possible. Nitrous oxide, commonly called laughing gas, is available for certain patients and procedures when appropriate.
Common questions
Not every situation is the same. Depending on which tooth is removed and your oral health, replacement options may include an implant, bridge or removable denture.
Yes, nitrous oxide is available at Cole Family Dentistry. Whether it is appropriate for your visit depends on your health history and treatment needs.
The practice provides general dental care and can evaluate dental problems, but emergency dentistry is not positioned as a primary service on this website. Call the office if you need guidance about a current concern.
Schedule your visit
Schedule a visit so we can evaluate the tooth, explain your options and determine whether extraction or another treatment may be appropriate.
Explore more options
If a tooth needs to be removed, replacement may sometimes be recommended to restore function and support your long-term oral health. We can explain which options may be appropriate for your individual needs.
Dental implants may provide a stable, long-term option for replacing certain missing teeth and restoring everyday function.
Full and partial dentures provide personalized options for replacing multiple missing teeth and rebuilding your smile.
Crowns can protect damaged teeth when they can be restored, while bridges may replace certain missing teeth with a fixed restorative option.
