Oral Surgery
Extractions & Bone Grafts
Our team makes every effort to preserve your natural teeth. However, extractions are necessary when decay has made the tooth unsalvageable or when you have advanced periodontal disease. Depending on which tooth is removed, we can offer you a replacement in the form of a dental implant or oral prosthetic.
Over a period of time after a tooth is extracted, the jaw will resorb as it heals. This leaves the jaw as a poor platform for a dental implant. Dr. Savani will place a bone graft in the area where a tooth has been extracted to provide a framework for the bone to heal around. The surrounding bone will merge with the bone graft to create a solid foundation for a dental implant.
PRF – Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) therapy is clinically proven to help you heal quicker after a tooth extraction. It reduces pain and controls inflammation so you feel better faster after a tooth extraction.
What is Platelet-rich fibrin therapy?
Substances with powerful healing abilities circulate in your blood. Plasma contains platelets, fibrin, and white blood cells that play a key role in healing.
PRF contains a high concentration of white blood cells and fibrin, along with a small number of stem cells. When injected into a tooth extraction site, PRF speeds healing and recovery.
Extraction FAQ
What should I expect during an extraction procedure?
Dr. Savani will numb the patient with local anesthesia. Once the tooth and the surrounding areas are numb, Dr. Savani uses specialized instruments to elevate the tooth out of the socket. The post-op instructions will be reviewed with you in detail at the end of the procedure. Written post-op instructions will also be provided. If a prescription is necessary, Dr. Savani will have the script sent to the pharmacy of your choice.
How long is the healing process?
The extraction socket typically heals in 4 to 6 weeks and normally no further treatment is necessary. However, the gap will remain where the tooth used to reside. Neighboring teeth might shift and the opposing tooth may move as well. If a bone graft is placed, the area will need at least 3 months of adequate healing time. Dr. Savani will examine the healed site and advise you about different teeth replacement options.