Tooth Extraction in Birmingham, AL

Your oral health is our top priority. We believe healthy smiles are happy smiles, and our goal is to help you keep yours for life. Whenever possible, Dr. Aaron Cook takes a conservative approach, preserving your natural teeth and recommending treatments that protect your smile.

If your tooth is damaged, we’ll do everything possible to save it. However, sometimes, a tooth extraction is the best course of action to protect your oral health. That's why we offer gentle tooth extractions in Birmingham, AL.

When Is a Tooth Extraction Necessary?

While saving your natural teeth is always our first choice, there are times when extraction is the best option. Removing a tooth may be necessary if it’s:

• Severely damaged
• Infected
• Causing problems for your other teeth

We always keep you informed and involved in your treatment decisions so you understand all of your options.

Wisdom Tooth Extractions in Birmingham, AL 

Sometimes, even if your smile is perfectly healthy and you don’t need any of your regular teeth extracted, you might still need a wisdom tooth extraction.

Wisdom teeth can cause overcrowding in your jaw as they push other teeth out of place, and they can also bring severe infections and painful impactions. In most situations, it’s best to remove your wisdom teeth before they fully erupt and cause severe damage.   

Dr. Aaron Cook can see you for a dental exam and consultation for wisdom tooth extractions in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Cook will take x-rays of your mouth to determine if you have wisdom teeth, how many you have, and what position they are in. If it’s time to remove your wisdom teeth, we’ll schedule the procedure. If not, we will monitor your smile and keep an eye on your wisdom teeth to see if they become a problem down the road. 

Dr. Cook treats many children at our dental office, and we are devoted to helping both you and your child have a calm, stress-free experience. We know how to take care of the unique needs of children, especially when it comes to a procedure like a tooth extraction. You can be confident that your child’s comfort and well-being are in the hands of caring, understanding professionals.

If your child has a troublesome tooth that needs extracting, you can schedule a dental appointment with us, and we will take care of the rest. Even though having an extraction might seem scary, it’s always better to deal with problem teeth right away than to let the condition progress. Contact our Birmingham, AL, dentist today to get started with your child’s treatment. 

Sedation Options for Your Complete Comfort 

With Dr. Cook’s experience and gentle chairside manner, we can often perform your Birmingham, AL, tooth extraction with local anesthesia and nitrous oxide (laughing gas). We can also prescribe a calming medication for you to take before your dental appointment so that you feel relaxed when you arrive for treatment. 

When you come to Cook Family Dental for your dental appointment, we can examine your smile and determine if there are any problems with a particular tooth and if that tooth needs to come out. 

Even though tooth extractions can feel overwhelming, you don’t need to be afraid when you visit us. We will guide you through the process of having your tooth extracted and assist you during your recovery in every we can. To schedule your Birmingham, AL tooth extraction, call us today at (205) 326-6384 or schedule an appointment online.