Implant / Extractions

EXTRACTION Procedures

Dental Implants Process Image — Greenville, NC — Natalie B. McCarthy, DDS, PA

Dental Implants

What Is A Dental Implant?

A dental implant is a permanent, lifelike restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth. The dental implant is surgically implanted into the jawbone at the site of the missing tooth, replacing the root of the missing tooth and forming a strong foundation for the implant restoration. Natalie B. McCarthy, DDS, PA, will work with a periodontist for the placement and restoration of the implant. First, the periodontist places the implant. After a period of healing of 2-4 months, we work with the periodontist to facilitate the placement of your custom and permanent dental implant restoration. Based on which teeth are missing, your dental implant restoration may be a dental bridge, dental crown, or denture.

Signs You May Need A Dental Implant

If you are missing teeth, Dr. Natalie McCarthy may recommend implants. Dental implants are quite versatile and can replace a single tooth, a few teeth, or all of the teeth. If a single tooth is missing, we use a crown to restore the implant and replace the tooth. If you are missing multiple teeth, dental implants can be used to hold dentures in place and provide a restoration that is more secure and stable than is provided by traditional removable dentures. Dr. Natalie B. McCarthy will help you determine whether a dental implant is the best available dental care option for restoring your smile.

What Are The Benefits of Dental Implants?

Dental implants are designed to function, look, and feel like your natural teeth. Implants can last a lifetime with proper care, and no one will be able to tell that you were missing a tooth. For more information about dental implants, we invite you to call or visit our office in Greenville, North Carolina, today.

Tooth Extraction Process — Greenville, NC — Natalie B. McCarthy, DDS, PA

Tooth Extractions

What is tooth extraction?

If a tooth is damaged beyond repair, our dentist may recommend a tooth extraction. Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its place in your jawbone. Dr. Natalie B. McCarthy and her team work hard to keep your teeth healthy for a lifetime; some cases, however, may make tooth extraction the best available treatment option.

Do I need a tooth extraction?

Our dentist may recommend tooth extraction in the following situations:

  • A tooth is so severely decayed, injured, or damaged that we cannot effectively restore the tooth.
  • There are too many teeth to properly fit in your mouth, resulting in extreme crowding.
  • An infection has destroyed a large portion of the tooth and supporting bone structure.

If you are experiencing pain or issues with your teeth, then it is time to give Natalie B. McCarthy, DDS, PA in Greenville, North Carolina, a call. We will provide you information and guidance needed to get you the relief you need. To learn more about tooth extractions, please contact us at (252) 355-4070 today!

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