
Sep
While the natural tooth should last a lifetime, sometimes unexpected issues occur over the years that require patients to have a tooth or several teeth removed. At Dentistry on Parkdale in Hamilton, Ontario, Dr. Karen Ho and her staff may sometimes recommend tooth extractions. Tooth extraction is done in a way to eliminate painful or uncomfortable results during or after the treatment.
Dr. Karen Ho is pleased to offer both extraction options at her office, including simple and surgical dental extractions. For teeth that have erupted through the gumline and are accessible to the dentist, a simple extraction is performed. This is completed within minutes as the tooth is removed from the jawbone using special extraction instruments.
On the other hand, patients who have teeth that are impacted underneath the gum line, which often occurs with wisdom teeth, may require surgical dental extractions. Surgical extractions require Dr. Karen Ho to cut into the gum tissues to access the tooth below. Surgical extractions are more invasive and require longer downtime and recovery. Still, they can be done in various situations to help restore the function and health of the smile in certain patients.
Our goal at Dentistry on Parkdale is to ensure every procedure is comfortable. This is why we employ solutions to help patients feel at ease in the dental chair regardless of the treatment being performed. We offer sedation and local anesthetics to lower anxiety and eliminate the risk of pain during any treatment provided at our facility. Dr. Karen Ho can talk to you prior to your appointment about what to expect so there are no surprises!
If you are considering accessible tooth extraction services, we welcome you to call Dr. Karen Ho and her team at Dentistry on Parkdale in Hamilton, Ontario.
The office is located at 21 Parkdale Avenue South and can be reached at 905-547-4940 to request an upcoming consultation visit and initial appointment.
Dr. Karen Ho is a trusted dentist serving patients of all ages in Hamilton, Ontario. Having studied at prestigious institutes such as McMaster University and University of Toronto and trained at Hartford Hospital (General Practice Residency), she opened her private practice in 2003.
Dr. Ho is committed to lifelong learning as she believes that she can serve her community better by constantly updating herself. She is affiliated with many professional organisations like the Academy of General Dentistry, Institute for Clinical Practice of Pediatric Dentistry, The Dawson Academy Study Club, Niagara Peninsula Dental Diagnostic Study Club, Hamilton Chapter of the Seattle Study Club (Founding Member), and Boston and Tufts Universities.