Children's Dentistry
Gentle Tooth Extractions for Kids in West Jordan
Sometimes a baby tooth is too damaged to save, or needs to come out to protect your child's developing smile. When an extraction is the right call, we make the experience calm and comfortable.
Calm and comfortable
We numb thoroughly and keep your child relaxed the whole time.
Only when needed
We always try to save a tooth first, and remove one only if we must.
Sedation available
Safe options add extra comfort for anxious kids or bigger cases.
What an Extraction Involves
An extraction is the careful removal of a tooth that can't be saved, or that's in the way of healthy development. We numb the area thoroughly so your child stays comfortable, and the process is usually quick.
How We Keep It Comfortable
Gentle from start to finish, with a clear plan for afterward.
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Numb the area
We fully numb the tooth so your child stays comfortable.
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Gentle removal
The tooth comes out quickly, with your child relaxed throughout.
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Simple aftercare
We walk you through easy steps for smooth, quick healing.
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Space maintainer if needed
If a baby tooth came out early, we may add a space maintainer.
Extra comfort when it helps
Why It's Sometimes the Best Choice
We always try to save a tooth first with a filling, crown, or pulp therapy. When a tooth is too badly decayed, broken, infected, or crowded, removing it relieves pain and protects the surrounding teeth.
When & Who It's For
Severe decay, a fractured tooth, infection, or significant crowding can all call for an extraction. If your child is in pain, our emergency care can get them seen quickly. Children with a tooth that can't be restored are the typical candidates, as are kids whose baby teeth are blocking incoming permanent teeth.
If a tooth has to come out, we'll make it calm and comfortable, and set your child's smile up for what comes next.
Where to Find Us in West Jordan
Our Southpoint office sits near 9000 South and 1300 West in West Jordan, just east of Redwood Road and about a mile east of Bangerter Highway. We're minutes from Gardner Village, Veterans Memorial Park, and Jordan Valley Medical Center, with free parking right out front.
Wasatch Pediatrics Dentistry & Orthodontics: Southpoint 9071 S 1300 W Suite 100 West Jordan, UT 84088 (801) 676-3700 Call to BookAlso Serving Families Near West Jordan
Just outside West Jordan? We welcome patients from across Salt Lake County.
Common Questions About Extractions
Will an extraction hurt my child?
We fully numb the area so your child stays comfortable, and we offer sedation for anxious children. Most kids handle it easily.
What is recovery like?
Most children recover quickly with simple aftercare. We'll give you clear instructions on eating, rinsing, and managing any soreness.
Will my child need anything after the tooth is removed?
If a baby tooth comes out early, we may suggest a space maintainer to protect room for the permanent tooth.
Need to be seen soon?
Call (801) 676-3700 and we'll get your child in.