Can I Brush My Teeth After an Extraction? by Clayton Dental Office | Oct 5, 2026October 6th, 2026 | My Tooth Needs to Be PulledYes, but you’ll want to be gentle around the extraction site. You should continue brushing and flossing your other teeth to keep your mouth... Read More
Why Was I Referred to an Oral Surgeon? by Clayton Dental Office | Oct 5, 2026October 6th, 2026 | My Tooth Needs to Be PulledMany extractions can be completed safely in our office, but some teeth are simply more complex. The position of the tooth, the shape of the roots,... Read More
Will I Be Awake During My Extraction? by Clayton Dental Office | Oct 5, 2026October 6th, 2026 | My Tooth Needs to Be PulledMost patients are awake during their extraction with the area completely numbed using local anesthetic. If you’re nervous, nitrous oxide... Read More
Can I Drive After Having a Tooth Pulled? by Clayton Dental Office | Oct 5, 2026October 6th, 2026 | My Tooth Needs to Be PulledIt depends on the type of anesthesia or sedation used during your appointment. If your tooth is removed using only local anesthetic, most patients... Read More
When Should I Call the Dentist After an Extraction? by Clayton Dental Office | Oct 5, 2026October 6th, 2026 | My Tooth Needs to Be PulledPlease don’t hesitate to call if something doesn’t seem right. We’d like to hear from you if you have heavy bleeding that... Read More
