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Getting a tooth extracted typically involves the following steps: 

  • Anesthesia: Your dentist will numb the area around the tooth to be extracted with a local anesthetic. 
  • Tooth extraction: The dentist will use special tools to loosen the tooth and then remove it from the socket. 
  • Bleeding control: After the tooth is extracted, gauze will be placed over the socket to control bleeding. 
  • Pain management: You may feel some discomfort and swelling after the procedure, but over-the-counter pain medication and ice can help manage these symptoms. 
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Dr. Charles R Bloomer

Dr. Bloomer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from McMurry University in 1976.

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