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Tooth Extraction & Bone Grafting in Charlotte, NC

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Charlotte Dental Arts pairs 20+ years of trusted, award-winning care with modern digital dentistry, giving you an experienced doctor, comfortable technology, and flexible way to pay, all in one visit.

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Gentle Tooth Extractions in Charlotte, NC

A tooth that is badly decayed, cracked, infected, or crowding the teeth around it can make it hard to eat, sleep, or smile with confidence. When a tooth can’t be saved, removing it is often the best way to end the pain and protect your remaining teeth and the bone that supports them. At Charlotte Dental Arts, Dr. Porter performs tooth extractions right in our comfortable, modern office, from straightforward removals to more involved cases such as impacted teeth and wisdom teeth.

We use advanced imaging to plan every extraction, take care to protect the surrounding bone and gum tissue, and offer sedation options so you can stay relaxed from start to finish. If the tooth needs to be replaced, we can talk through bone grafting and dental implants so you leave with a clear plan for restoring your smile.

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We understand that the idea of receiving oral surgery in Charlotte, NC may cause some of our patients to feel nervous and worried. This is normal! But know that our dentist is trained in the latest sedation techniques and keep your surgery as minimally invasive as possible. We take extra measures at Charlotte Dental Arts to make you comfortable at your appointment, too, so you can feel relaxed and calm during your procedure.

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Common Oral Surgery Procedures

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Tooth Extractions

Tooth extractions are one of the most common types of oral surgery procedures. Generally a simple procedure, tooth extraction can be completed right in the dentist’s office. During this procedure, your dentist gently pulls your tooth, being careful not to disturb healthy bone or gum tissue. Another form of tooth extraction, wisdom tooth removal, is often more complex and can take up to a few hours to complete.
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Bone Grafting

Bone grafting is a specialized oral surgery treatment that involves replacing bone levels in the jaw. Usually due to missing teeth, bone loss is ongoing and needs to be treated to support a denture or dental implants. A bone grafting procedure involves taking bone from the patient or a donor source and placing it at the site of bone resorption. Once the sutures are in place, the area is allowed to heal for a few months to let the bone grafting material and jawbone integrate.

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Dental Implant Surgery

Dental implants are a permanent replacement for missing teeth and are made up of three parts—the post, abutment, and restoration. Dental implant posts are surgically inserted into the jawbone to anchor a new tooth or set of teeth. Modern dental implant surgery is precise, especially when CT guided technology is used. Immediate load of a temporary restoration may also be available for qualifying patients!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oral Surgery in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte Dental Arts provides tooth extractions, bone grafting, socket preservation, and sinus lifts all in-house. Dr. Porter performs surgical procedures without the need for an outside referral, providing continuity of care from extraction through final implant restoration.

A tooth extraction is necessary when a tooth is too severely decayed or broken to be restored, has advanced gum disease affecting the supporting bone, is causing crowding or complicating orthodontic treatment, or is a problematic wisdom tooth. Saving a natural tooth is always the preferred outcome when possible.

Tooth extractions are performed under local anesthesia and should not be painful during the procedure. Sedation options including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation are available. Post-operative soreness and swelling are normal for two to three days and are managed with medication and aftercare instructions provided at your appointment.
A bone graft uses bone material (from the patient, a donor source, or a synthetic material) to rebuild bone volume at a site where bone has been lost due to extraction, gum disease, or trauma. Bone grafting is most commonly performed to prepare the site for a dental implant or to preserve the socket shape after extraction.
After an extraction, follow the aftercare instructions provided at your appointment. Keep the site clean, eat soft foods, avoid smoking and drinking through straws, and take any prescribed medication. The initial clot that forms in the socket is critical for healing — do not disturb it. Most patients resume normal activities within a day or two.
Most dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for tooth extractions. Coverage for bone grafting varies by plan and is sometimes covered under medical insurance rather than dental. Our team will check your benefits and explain all costs before treatment begins.