{"id":53,"date":"2023-11-14T16:30:53","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T16:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andersondentalhackensack.com\/blog\/?p=53"},"modified":"2023-12-31T16:37:55","modified_gmt":"2023-12-31T16:37:55","slug":"tooth-extraction-tips-4-ways-to-stay-relaxed-for-your-procedure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.andersondentalhackensack.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/14\/tooth-extraction-tips-4-ways-to-stay-relaxed-for-your-procedure\/","title":{"rendered":"Tooth Extraction Tips: 4 Ways to Stay Relaxed for Your Procedure"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Though your dentist will always try to save your teeth if at all possible, sometimes an extraction<\/a> is necessary. Whether you took a fall and broke your tooth, or you have one with too much decay to be repaired, removing it is the only recourse in certain situations. While it\u2019s natural to feel nervous about having a pearly white pulled, there are a few things you can do to help you through it. Keep reading to learn 4 tips to put you at ease for your extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Ask About Sedation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the biggest worries around having a tooth pulled is the possibility of pain. Fortunately, your dentist is incredibly aware of this and doesn\u2019t want you to experience any unnecessary discomfort. They\u2019ll likely numb your mouth first with a local anesthetic, but if you\u2019re concerned that won\u2019t be enough, ask about other sedation options. It\u2019s best to do so in advance of your appointment because some options, like oral sedatives in pill form, need to be taken before you arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other choices might include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n