Tooth Extractions Adelaide
If a tooth is painful or badly damaged, the first question is whether it can be kept. Dr Marie Tadic assesses teeth and wisdom-tooth concerns at Brighter Smiles Centre on Hutt Street, then explains whether repair, extraction or referral is the appropriate next step.
Choose an available time online. For urgent pain or swelling, call first.
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Assess the whole tooth
Compare suitable options
Plan your recovery
Tooth extraction assessment on Hutt Street.
Being told you may need a tooth out can raise questions about the appointment, recovery and the space left behind. Bring those questions to your assessment. The decision depends on the tooth and your health, as well as the alternatives available to you.
When to arrange an assessment
- A broken or decayed tooth that may not be repairable
- Pain or repeated problems around a wisdom tooth
- A loose tooth or loss of support from gum disease
- Questions about an extraction recommended elsewhere
Need an emergency tooth extraction in Adelaide?
If you are looking for urgent help with a painful or broken tooth, call (08) 7200 3788 before travelling. The phone line is answered 24/7, and the practice will confirm when Dr Tadic can assess you.
An emergency appointment starts with finding the cause and discussing suitable options. A booking does not guarantee that a tooth will be removed at that visit. Same-day and after-hours treatment depend on the assessment and availability; an after-hours call-out fee applies.
Can the tooth be kept?
An examination and any necessary X-rays help assess the damage, roots and nearby structures. Depending on the findings, a filling, crown or root canal treatment may be an alternative. Dr Tadic will explain the likely benefits and limitations of the suitable choices.
What happens if removal is recommended?
The approach depends on the tooth’s position, complexity and your medical history. Local anaesthetic is commonly used to numb the area. Some teeth need a surgical approach or referral. Your assessment establishes the appropriate setting and who should provide the treatment.
Bring your current medicines list and tell Dr Tadic about allergies, medical conditions and previous dental experiences. Do not stop prescribed medicines without advice from the clinician responsible for them.
Preparing for the days afterwards
Ask what recovery is likely to involve before arranging work, exercise or travel. Soreness, swelling and some bleeding can occur. Infection, dry socket and, for certain teeth, nerve or sinus problems are among the risks to discuss. Recovery varies with the tooth and procedure.
Follow the aftercare instructions provided for your treatment. Contact the treating dentist if pain or bleeding concerns you, rather than relying on general online instructions.
What happens to the gap?
Removing a tooth and replacing it are separate decisions. If replacement is relevant, discuss the options, timing and costs before treatment where possible. A bridge, denture or implant assessment may be considered depending on your mouth; an extraction does not automatically mean you need one particular replacement.
Your questions,
answered.
Read the answers below, then bring any questions about your own teeth to your visit.
Can my tooth be saved instead?
Sometimes. A filling, crown or root canal treatment may be an option, depending on the damage and remaining tooth. An assessment helps you compare the likely benefits, limitations and costs.
Does every wisdom tooth need removal?
No. Your dentist considers whether it is causing problems or is at risk of doing so. Examination and, when needed, an X-ray help guide the decision.
Can you remove my tooth at my first visit?
Call to discuss the concern. The first step is assessment; treatment timing depends on the findings, available time and whether referral is needed. Booking an assessment does not promise an extraction that day.
What if pain gets worse after an extraction?
Contact the dentist who treated you, especially for intense pain that develops or persists a few days after removal. Dry socket is one possible cause and needs assessment. Follow your individual aftercare instructions.
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