Many people associate tooth extractions with difficulty and pain, but in most cases, the procedure is simple, quick, and comfortable with just a bit of numbing. While sedation is available for those who need extra support, most children are amazed at how effortlessly their tooth is removed, often with playful distractions like a “magic mirror” trick. For example, a young girl from Gladstone recently needed several teeth pulled for braces, including a “shark tooth.” After using a numbing gel and carefully explaining the difference between pressure and pain, her teeth were gently rocked loose and removed without her even noticing. Clear communication, gentle techniques, and a little humor help ease children’s worries, making extractions feel surprisingly easy—just like pulling teeth!
