Extraction Site Preservation

Sometimes pulling teeth is a necessary procedure for overcrowding in the mouth or infection due to tooth decay. It isn’t a procedure to be taken lightly. Like wisdom teeth removal, where the teeth are located in the back of the mouth and sutures are used, the tooth extraction site essentially becomes an open wound and one that needs to be monitored and given time to heal. We at Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces in Phoenix, AZ, understand that getting a tooth pulled isn’t very pleasant, but we are committed to making the procedure and healing process as comfortable as possible for all patients.


If you ever think your healing process doesn’t feel normal, you should contact our office. Signs of complications include:

- Cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain

- Severe nausea or vomiting

- Redness, swelling, or excessive discharge from the extraction site

- Signs of infection, such as fever and chills


Something else to keep in mind when removing teeth is what to do with that open space once it has healed. If a tooth is removed and nothing is done to the extraction site, your jaw bone will degenerate and change shape while the site heals. This can create problems in your bite and may affect chewing and speaking. Make sure you and your dentist come up with a plan to fill this space.


We are happy to address any questions or concerns you might have. Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces has three separate offices in the Phoenix, AZ, area for your convenience. For more information about our services or to schedule an appointment, please visit kidzconnextion.com. You can also call 623-232-0749 for our N. 75th Ave. office, 480-666-5984 for the N. 24th St. office, and 480-405-4714 for the E. Baseline Rd. office.

Teeth Sectioning

No one likes to get their teeth extracted, especially children. That’s why at Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces, located in Phoenix, AZ., we offer teeth sectioning services. Teeth sectioning is an easier way of removing a tooth. The tooth is split or sectioned into multiple parts, making it easier to take out. Sectioning requires less force and a smaller wound afterward, which is ideal for children.

There are multiple reasons why your child's tooth might need to be sectioned. For teeth that are multi-rooted or have unique roots, extractions can be difficult. Wisdom teeth require sectioning when they become impacted. Many times extractions are needed to prepare a child’s mouth for orthodontics.

During the sectioning, your child will have a local anesthetic applied to their tooth. The pulp and nerve tissue will be cut. A dental handpiece (drill) will section the tooth. Throughout the process, the dentist will continue to flush the area with water. Doing so removes the bone chips and fragments. Once the tooth has been properly sectioned, the pieces are taken out.

All your child will hear is the sound of the drill and the vibrations. With the anesthetic, it will be relatively painless. Talk to your dentist about being allowed in the room with your child during the procedure. You can also talk to your dentist about strategies for keeping your child calm during or any advice for addressing any dental phobias.

To schedule an appointment, visit one of the Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces offices located around the Phoenix area, or visit our website.