Tooth Extractions in Doncaster
Our dentists in Doncaster at Shoppingtown Dental make every effort to preserve teeth for as long as possible. Even so, there are situations where tooth extraction becomes the best option to protect your smile and long-term oral health.
If you require tooth extraction at our Doncaster dental practice, you can expect gentle, compassionate treatment. We understand that losing a tooth can be daunting, so everything we do is centred on ensuring your comfort and well-being.
Reasons for Tooth Extraction
After assessing your needs, our dentists may recommend removing a tooth for the following reasons:
- A tooth has such widespread decay that it cannot be treated with a filling or crown.
- A root infection has advanced to the stage where root canal treatment cannot save it.
- Advanced gum disease has loosened a tooth, and it must be removed.
- Wisdom teeth are impacted or crowding other teeth and threatening your oral health.
Sometimes, our dentists in Doncaster may also recommend removing teeth to prepare for procedures like dentures, implants, or orthodontic treatment.
Why We May Recommend Wisdom Tooth Removal
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the last teeth to appear, usually in our late teens or early 20s. These teeth are located so far back in the mouth that they can be difficult or impossible to clean properly, increasing your risk of cavities and gum disease.
Another reason we may recommend wisdom teeth extraction is that there may not be sufficient room in the jaw for them to emerge correctly. They may come in at odd angles, crowd existing teeth, or become impacted or stuck in the gums.
At Shoppingtown Dental, our dentists are experienced in wisdom teeth removal and will analyse your needs to see if it’s the right step for you. You can be confident we have your best interest in mind and will guide you to the decision that makes the most sense for you.
Your Comfort Means Everything to Us
Our dentists in Doncaster are compassionate, experienced experts with a gentle, reassuring touch. Before your procedure, they will answer your questions and provide as much or as little information as you want about what to expect during your procedure.
They use a strong local anaesthetic to numb the treatment area, ensuring you won’t feel any pain. If you experience dental anxiety or simply want to sit back and relax, we are pleased to offer sedation options for your comfort.
Nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas and happy gas, is inhaled through a small nasal mask and will immediately put you at ease. We also offer oral sedation, taken in the form of a pill that will help you feel calm and drowsy. General anaesthesia administered by qualified professionals is another sedation option we offer.
Flexible Financing Options
Shoppingtown Dental accepts all health insurance with convenient claims processing through HICAPS. We are preferred providers for HCF and CBHS and are partnered with AfterPay, Zip and Humm for easy financing. We can even help you access your superannuation funds through SuperCare.
Do You Need Tooth Extraction?
If you suspect you might need a tooth extraction, we encourage you to call our Doncaster dental clinic so we can provide prompt treatment to protect your smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Shoppingtown Dental, we cater to nervous patients and offer numerous sedation options at our Doncaster clinic that help you relax and get the care you need. Our dentists are experienced and qualified to deliver safe dental sedation tailored to your needs.
Our Dental Sedation Options
Nitrous Oxide (Inhalation Sedation)
Also called laughing gas or happy gas, nitrous oxide provides gentle yet effective relaxation during dental procedures. Nitrous is a safe, slightly sweet-smelling gas blended with oxygen and inhaled through a small, comfortable nose mask, providing swift relaxation and feelings of calm and well-being. The effects dissipate quickly after treatment so you can safely drive home from your appointment.
Oral Conscious Sedation
This sedation involves taking a relaxing medication about an hour before your appointment. When you arrive at our clinic, you will feel the comfortable, drowsy effects taking hold. You will remain fully conscious during your procedure but feel so relaxed that you may drift off to sleep. This medication stays in your system for several hours, so you will need someone to drive you home safely.
General Anaesthesia
Many people avoid dentistry because their fears are simply too overwhelming. We don’t want anyone to forego necessary dental care due to anxiety and are pleased to offer general anaesthesia safely administered by a qualified anaesthetist in a controlled setting.
Can Dental Sedation Help You?
At Shoppingtown Dental in Doncaster, we consider all your needs when recommending the most appropriate level of sedation. Please let our team know if you think you can benefit from sedation at your next appointment.
Meet Our Dentist:
Dr Andy Kuo BDSc (Melb)
(DEN0001033298) Registered Dentist, General Registration
After graduation, Andy moved to Hervey Bay, Queensland, to begin his career, gaining extensive experience in all aspects of dentistry. He moved back to Melbourne a year later and has established a highly successful career in private practice.
Andy provides care in a range of areas including children’s dentistry, root canal treatments, restorative work, implants, and orthodontics. He is also a gentle, highly empathetic and caring dentist—an innate quality born out of his own fear of dentists as a child.
With his passion for dental care, Andy has led ...