Don’t wait until you’re in unbearable pain to schedule an appointment with our dentist in South Bend, IN. The sooner you’re able to see Dr. Kosek for emergency dental treatment, the less likely you’ll need tooth extractions. In general, our dentist will only recommend dental extractions as a last resort to protect your oral health and overall wellbeing.
Here’s what you need to know.
Our South Bend dentist does everything in his power to avoid extracting your teeth. However, sometimes there’s nothing we can do to restore a badly decayed or damaged tooth. Under these circumstances, Dr. Kosek may recommend a before an infection has the opportunity to spread to the rest of the body.
Keep in mind that some patients may not experience dental pain, but still need a tooth extraction. For a case like this, it’s possible that the tooth is already dead and the nerve is no longer capable of sending pain signals. X-rays will help us determine the health of a tooth and whether it requires dental extraction.
After the , it’s a good idea to schedule a follow-up appointment with our dentist to explore your tooth replacement options. Dr. Kosek offers dental bridges, dentures, and dental implants.
During your appointment, our dentist will determine which option is right for you and will tailor a treatment plan to your unique needs. For example, dental implants are perfect for patients who are looking for a long-lasting solution for tooth loss that looks and feels natural.
Our , is accepting new patients and would be more than happy to welcome you to our practice. To schedule an appointment and learn if tooth extractions are necessary for your situation, please call Douglas J. Kosek DDS at (574) 232-2992. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.
