When a tooth is too damaged, infected, or crowded to save, Dr. Holleman performs gentle extractions at Lynn Lane Family Dentistry with a focus on minimising discomfort and preserving the surrounding bone for future restoration options. Whether it's a straightforward simple extraction or a more involved surgical removal, Dr. Holleman's advanced residency training ensures the procedure is handled efficiently and with thorough aftercare guidance. Patients are always walked through their tooth-replacement options before leaving.
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Dr. Holleman uses a thorough local anaesthetic protocol to ensure the area is completely numb before any instrument contacts the tooth — patients typically feel pressure and movement but not pain. For anxious patients, she discusses comfort options prior to the appointment so that the experience is as calm as possible from start to finish.
For the first 24 hours, patients should avoid rinsing vigorously, using straws, smoking, or eating hard foods — all of which can dislodge the blood clot that forms in the socket and is essential for healing. Dr. Holleman's team provides written aftercare instructions and is available by phone if any concerns arise during recovery.
Dr. Holleman discusses replacement options — including implant-supported restorations, bridges, and dentures — before or immediately after the extraction, so patients leave with a clear roadmap rather than an unanswered gap. Timing matters: the jawbone begins to resorb within weeks of a tooth being lost, so early planning leads to better long-term outcomes.