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Tooth Extraction

A Safe Procedure to Protect Your Smile

If your dentist in Brampton suggests getting a tooth extracted, there’s no need to panic. Although it sounds like a daunting procedure, it can help you avoid future discomfort and protect your smile from further damage. Although you may have thought your permanent teeth would last you a lifetime, tooth extractions can be a beneficial treatment for a several reasons. At Torbram Dental, we utilize the latest technological advancements so we can provide generally pain-free and precise care.

Reasons to Have a Tooth Extracted

 

You may need a tooth extracted for a variety of reasons. It can be an incredibly beneficial treatment for patients who have severely damaged teeth and to help prevent problems like infections from spreading and impacting your other areas of your mouth. Some reasons we may recommend having a tooth removed include:

  • A crowded mouth. If your teeth are too big for your mouth, it can result in crowding and poor oral hygiene. Also, if there’s a tooth that hasn’t erupting through your gums and there’s not enough room in your mouth for it, it may be best to remove it.
  • Infection. If you’ve suffered from dental trauma like a cracked or chipped tooth, it could allow harmful oral bacteria to penetrate the inner portion of it that contains nerves. If the infection is severe, an extraction may be necessary to prevent it from spreading.

The Tooth Extraction Procedure

 

At Torbram Dental, we offer the expertise and experience of three highly trained dentists. Although a tooth extraction in Brampton may sound scary, we focus on using the most advanced tools and treatments to make the process smooth and easy.

Before pulling your tooth, we may inject the area surrounding your damaged tooth with a local anesthetic to numb it. This will allow your experience to be pain-free and for you to be more comfortable. If you have an impacted tooth, we will access it underneath your gums and gently remove it. Once it has been pulled, we will pack the area with gauze to help stop any bleeding and aid the forming of a blood clot. We may also place a couple of self-dissolving stitches to help your gums heal faster.

Caring For Your Mouth After Having a Tooth Extracted

 

Following your tooth extraction, be sure to consult us if you have any concerns or questions about aftercare. Healing typically takes place over the first week or so after the procedure. To help minimize any discomfort and for a speedy recovery, we recommend following these tips:

  • Take painkillers as prescribed.
  • Leave the gauze pad in place for a few hours after your extraction to allow a blood clot to form.
  • Apply an icepack for 10 minutes at a time to reduce swelling.
  • Don’t drink from a straw within the first 24 hours.
  • Eat soft foods and gradually introduce solid foods as your gums begin healing.
  • Continue brushing and flossing to help prevent infection.

We’ll provide you with further recommendations on caring for your mouth after the extraction. Plus, if you have any questions, our team will be more than happy to answer them following the procedure. With our experienced and compassionate professionals, we can make your tooth extraction more comfortable than you expected it to be. Save your oral health and get the treatment you need by scheduling an appointment today!

Simrit has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She started her career with Assisting/Treatment co-ordinating and then moved on to becoming the Hygiene Co Ordinator in 2005. In 2012 she took on a new role as the Marketing Director. Though she loved being the Marketing Director, in 2015 she became the Office Manager of Torbram Dental. She completed her Level 1 Dental Assisting program with Career Canada in 1996 and then went on to complete her Level II Dental Assisting Diploma with Southwestern Medix in 1999. That is when she received NDAEB Certification. Simrit has been and still is an active member of the Ontario Dental Assistants Association since 2000. She enjoys hiking and traveling with her husband and two kids and loves to explore new restaurants, especially high-tea venues.

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Jessica, one of our receptionists, is one of the smiling faces you see when you arrive at the office. She graduated with honours from Medix College with a diploma as a Level 2 Dental Assistant. When she is not happily helping our patients, Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family, going to church on Sunday mornings, gardening and going on hikes.

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Naudia has been working at Torbram Dental for many years and is a valued member of our administrative team: as a dental receptionist and in our marketing team . She graduated from Everest College with honours level 1 and 2, with a diploma in Dental Assisting. Naudia is always there for our patients, making sure that they receive the care and attention they deserve. When not at the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking and indulging in civil court TV shows.

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Ramandeep has been a part of Torbram Dental for the past 10 years as certified dental assistant. She obtained her level 1 certification from Everest college in Brampton in 2013, and then her level 2 certification in 2014 from Medix college. Her career path through the clinic has been recognized by staff at all levels who admire her work ethic and dedication to million dollar smiles. In her spare time, Ramandeep enjoys cooking and gardening, and spending time with her husband and 2 kids.

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Sana is a valued member of our dental hygiene team. In 2008 she completed her education at George Brown in Dental Assisting and in 2016 she earned her diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Canadian Academy of Dental Health and Sciences. Sana has been working in dentistry since 2008 and enjoys taking care of our patients and helping them with their oral health. She is married and is busy with her 2 young children. In her spare time, Sana enjoys going out with the family, trying out new places to eat and is looking forward to travelling with them in the future.

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Sanaria has been working at Torbram Dental for many years as a valued member of our Dental Assisting Team. She completed her level 2 dental assisting certification and previously obtained a degree in Education and worked as a quality control officer in the pharmaceutical industry. When not at work Sanaria loves to bake and cook. She also loves story time and enjoying the outdoors with her children. She always sees the positive side of life, believes that nothing is impossible and that if you set a goal and work at it, that you will make your dreams come true.

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Carrie has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She graduated from George Brown College in 1998 with a Dental Assistant Diploma and continued to further her education by completing a Dental Hygiene Diploma in 2001 at Durham College. Carrie is a highly trained and experienced Registered Dental Hygienist who continues to learn and grow by updating her knowledge to provide her clients with the best Oral Health Care techniques and information. Carrie is passionate about Dentistry and is known for her gentle and compassionate manner. She feels strongly about building lasting relationships and trust with her clients to help them understand that good Oral Health leads to good Overall Health. Carrie enjoys travelling, dabbling in decorating and a good Netflix series in her time off. Carrie resides in Halton Hills with her husband and two children.

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Daniela's interest in Dentistry began in Gr.6 when she wrote a speech entitled "My Life as a Toothbrush".
A Registered Dental Hygienist with 22 years of clinical experience, Daniela still has a great passion for her career. The most rewarding aspect for her is building lasting relationships with her patients, and seeing them through to a healthier smile.
Her thorough yet gentle touch will ensure a comfortable visit every time.
Daniela is a total Foodie and loves to cook and enjoys all types of cuisines. She loves Florida, Cruises, organizing things, and most of all spending time with family and friends.

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Stephanie Enjoys getting to know all new patients at Torbram Dental and catching up with long standing Patients. Stephanie enjoys spending quality time with her family. One of her favorite things to do with her daughter is teach and play the piano. Stephanie likes going on walks with her husband and enjoys spending as much time with him as he is an Active Member of the Canadian Army. On Sundays, Stephanie enjoys going to Church and looks forward to Sunday Dinner with her entire family. Stephanie's Favorite thing to do to start her day right is head to her local Starbucks and Grab her favorite drink, an iced black tea with light lemonade on warm days and a blonde vanilla latte on those cold winter days.

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As a dedicated Dental Hygienist at Torbram Dental, Aalisha brings recent knowledge and experience to ensure the best oral health for our patients. She holds a Diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Toronto College of Dental Hygiene and Auxiliaries and has further enriched her education with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Waterloo. Beyond her professional qualifications, Aalisha has a zest for life that extends beyond the dental chair. She cherishes quality time with family and friends, thrives on outdoor adventures, and has a passion for hiking and water-based activities, especially during the sunny summer days. She is an avid traveler, exploring tropical paradises and historic destinations while immersing herself in diverse cultures and indulging in delicious culinary experiences."

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Supreet was born and raised in Punjab, India and came to Canada in 2016. She graduated from Sheridan College as an Environmental Lab Technician but later decided to change her career to dentistry. She completed her Level I and II Intra-Oral Dental Assisting course from George Brown College and graduated in 2023. In July 2023, Supreet joined the team at Torbram Dental where she enjoys working. In her free time, she loves to read books.

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