Extractions are dental procedures where a tooth is removed from its socket in the jawbone. Pediatric dentists may recommend extractions for various reasons, such as severe tooth decay, overcrowding, or to make room for permanent teeth. While extractions may sound scary, pediatric dentists use special techniques and anesthesia to ensure the process is as comfortable and painless as possible.
How to explain
“Extractions”
to a 5-year-old
Sometimes, a tooth needs to say goodbye to make room for new teeth to grow in. That’s what an extraction is! It’s like when you lose a baby tooth, but sometimes the dentist helps it come out. Don’t worry, the dentist makes sure you’re nice and cozy, and then the tooth pops out without any ouchies!