Tooth Extractions & Oral Surgery in Arlington, WA

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Nobody wants to hear the news that they need oral surgery or tooth extraction, regardless of the reason. You’re losing part of yourself, and anticipating the procedure can 

At Sound Dental Solutions, we understand that tooth extraction seems like an intense experience. However, rest assured that Dr. Andrew Kim, DDS and his dental team in Arlington, WA will do everything they can to ensure your procedure is as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

Why Do I Need a Tooth Removed?

Our goal as dentists is to provide treatments and services so you can keep your teeth for a lifetime. However, there are instances where tooth extraction is the only option that makes sense for the sake of your overall oral health. Some examples are:

  • A severely decayed or infected tooth that we can’t treat with a root canal
  • An injury has left you with a tooth broken off below the gum line
  • Wisdom teeth are creating crowding and need to be removed to protect other teeth
  • When preparing for dental implant placement or denture therapy

Our dentist in Arlington has learned that the source of dental anxiety is often a fear of the unknown. Rest assured that Dr. Kim will answer your questions and use visual aids like intraoral photos and digital x-rays to show you what’s happening and why we need to remove the tooth.

Your comfort is our priority, so you'll find soothing amenities like blankets, neck pillows, and TVs in all our treatment rooms. With years of experience behind us, our dental team knows how to ensure that you have a stress-free experience. We also offer conscious sedation and nitrous oxide ( laughing gas) to help you relax.

Do You Need to Remove My Wisdom Teeth?

Patient smiling in chair at dentist in Arlington WAOur ancient ancestors needed wisdom teeth, but we don't need the extra chewing power in the modern world of processed food. Our jaws have also gotten smaller as we’ve evolved, and wisdom teeth often don’t have sufficient room to erupt properly.

When they emerge, wisdom teeth crowd other teeth and are so far back in the mouth that they’re difficult to clean, which puts you at risk for cavities and gum disease. Since they don't serve a purpose, Dr. Kim often wisdom teeth removal to protect neighboring teeth.

Oral Surgery at Our Arlington, WA Dental Office

Dr. Kim also places dental implants, and it's not painful because we numb the area before we begin. The procedure only takes about an hour, and while you may experience some pressure, you won’t feel any pain.

In some cases, we may need to extract a tooth before we can place the implant. And if you don’t have enough dense jawbone to place the implant, Dr. Kim also performs bone grafts. A bone graft supplements the bone in your jaw, making it possible for you to get an implant in the future.

Don’t Delay Tooth Extraction – We Can Help

If you’ve been told you need oral surgery, it's always better to schedule the procedure at our Arlington dental office sooner rather than later. We are committed to your comfort at Sound Dental Solutions and will do everything we can to provide a stress-free experience.

Please call our Arlington dental office at (360) 548-3188 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kim to get started.