At Marc Berger Choice Dentistry, we prioritize your oral health and overall comfort, offering expert tooth extractions when necessary. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Marc Berger ensures that extractions are handled with care, precision, and personalized attention. Whether you’re facing a painful tooth infection or preparing for orthodontic treatment, we provide a smooth, comfortable experience for all our patients in the Columbia, SC area.
Before recommending an extraction, Dr. Berger conducts a comprehensive examination, which may include X-rays, to evaluate the condition of your tooth and surrounding structures. If an extraction is the best solution, we create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and answer any questions you may have to ensure you feel comfortable and informed throughout the process.
Tooth Extractions
Comprehensive Examination: Dr. Berger carefully assesses your tooth’s condition to ensure extraction is the best course of action, using X-rays and thorough evaluations.
Personalized Treatment Plan: We’ll discuss all available options with you, answering any questions and designing a treatment plan just for you.
Comfortable Extraction: To ensure your comfort, we use local anesthesia and offer sedation options for more complex cases or if you feel anxious during the procedure.
Post-Extraction Care: You’ll receive clear aftercare instructions to promote proper healing, and we’ll schedule follow-up appointments to ensure a smooth recovery.
At Marc Berger Choice Dentistry, we also offer a Comfort Menu, allowing you to personalize your visit with music, television, lip balm, pillows, and blankets. After your appointment, you’ll receive a hot towel and freshly baked cookies for a refreshing finish.
FAQs About Tooth Extractions
Why would I need a tooth extraction?
Extractions are necessary for severely decayed, damaged, or impacted teeth.
Is a tooth extraction painful?
Local anesthesia makes the procedure painless, and sedation is available for anxious patients.
How long is the recovery?
Most patients heal within 1–2 weeks, following proper aftercare instructions.
Can wisdom teeth be extracted?
Yes, wisdom teeth are commonly removed if they cause pain, infection, or crowding.
Are there alternatives to extraction?
Sometimes root canal therapy or restorative treatments may save a tooth, depending on its condition.
Schedule Your Tooth Extraction in Columbia, SC Today
If you’re experiencing tooth pain or need an extraction for other reasons, contact Marc Berger Choice Dentistry. Call, text, email, or book your appointment online to receive expert care and a comfortable experience.