Tooth extractions
in Bexley, OH.
We always try to save a tooth first. When a tooth is too damaged, infected, or crowded to keep, a careful extraction protects the rest of your mouth. At Carroll Family Dental in Bexley, we focus on keeping you informed and comfortable, from wisdom teeth to full mouth extractions.
When a tooth needs to come out
Extraction may be the best choice for a tooth with severe decay or infection, a break that cannot be repaired, advanced gum disease, or crowding. If another option like a root canal or crown could save the tooth, we will walk you through it before recommending removal.
Wisdom teeth
Wisdom teeth usually arrive in the late teens or early twenties, and many do not have room to come in straight. Impacted or angled wisdom teeth can trap food, cause infection, and crowd nearby teeth. We check their position with an exam and x-rays and let you know if and when they should come out.
A calm, comfortable visit
We numb the area thoroughly, so you should feel pressure but not pain. Most simple extractions take about twenty to forty minutes. Complex cases may be referred to an oral surgeon.
Healing and what comes next
Most people feel back to normal within a few days. Stick to soft foods, skip straws and smoking, and rinse gently with salt water as directed. If you lose a permanent tooth, we will talk about replacing it with a bridge, partial denture, or implant to keep your bite healthy.
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Over 1,000 5 Star Reviews
I had to get a wisdom tooth pulled and I was really nervous and scared. Dr. Carroll was so kind and made me feel calm, comfortable, and he eased all my anxiety! He explained each step carefully and was so gentle with the removal. I didn't even know it was over, all of the sudden, my tooth was out!!! I am so grateful for the excellent care I received!! The entire staff is so wonderful and kind and they give VIP treatment! I would recommend Carroll Family Dental to anyone who needs excellent, kind, and gentle dental care!!!
Marlene H.
I haven’t been to the dentist in a couple years due to anxiety and poor experiences at dentistry. I am so glad I found Carroll Family Dental. Everyone is very friendly here and made sure I felt comfortable. Dr Carroll asked me questions from previous dental experiences to make sure that I didn’t feel any anxiety during my visit. Mikaylan was also amazing and so sweet! Highly recommend
Amber C.
Very straight forward, explained everything in detail. Knew my fear of drills and picks. LaVaysha went slow and was very careful. Love the care I received.
Jeri H.
Comfort
during every procedure.
Nobody looks forward to an extraction, so we do everything we can to keep you relaxed. Our comfort menu includes aromatherapy, a hot towel, a cozy blanket, glasses, and streaming TV, and we explain each step as we go.
Aromatherapy
Hot Towel
Glasses
Streaming TV
Meet
Dr. Aaron Carroll.
Dr. Aaron earned his DDS from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry and practices alongside Dr. Katie Carroll and Dr. Brad Kripke. Any of our dentists will explain your options before any tooth comes out. Get to know all of our dentists before your visit.
Insurance and payment
We are in network with most major PPO plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Delta Dental, Humana, MetLife, and Medical Mutual, as well as Medicare Advantage plans. Most dental plans cover a portion of extractions, and our team will check your benefits before we begin. No insurance? Our Family Discount Plan includes two cleanings, two exams, and two sets of x-rays each year with 20% off needed treatment, and new patients without insurance can take advantage of our new patient special. Financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. See all of our insurance and payment options.
Questions
about tooth extractions.
The area is numbed with local anesthesia, so you should not feel pain during the extraction. Some soreness and swelling afterward is normal and usually eases within a few days.
Yes. We evaluate wisdom teeth with an exam and x-rays and remove many in our office. More complex impacted teeth may be referred to an oral surgeon.
Soft foods like yogurt, applesauce, mashed potatoes, and smoothies. Avoid hot, spicy, crunchy, or chewy foods until the area heals.
A dry socket happens when the blood clot in the socket is lost too early, which can be painful. Avoiding straws, smoking, and hard rinsing for the first few days helps prevent it. Call us if pain gets worse instead of better.
For most permanent teeth, yes. A bridge, partial denture, or implant keeps your other teeth from shifting and protects your bite.
Our office is at 2699 East Main Street in Bexley, OH 43209. Call (614) 237-5000 to schedule your extraction.
