Did You Extract the Tooth or NOT???

If you need a front tooth extracted, heaven forbid you walk out of there with a space, right?? What, you want me to wear a flipper (a removable retainer with one or more denture teeth on it)?? You have GOT to be kidding!

There is a way to have it extracted, AND, to have it replaced before you even leave the dental office!!

HOW???

This cannot be done in all situations, but sometimes, the tooth can be extracted, the root can be sectioned off, and the top of the tooth (the visible part) can be bonded (with or without a wire) to the two adjacent teeth! This is usually done on a temporary basis, but can last longer than you think!

In any case, it is probably MUCH more comfortable than a flipper! Or, walking out of there looking like a derelict...