Tooth Removal

If you have a severely damaged tooth that can’t be restored with other treatments, it may need to be removed. This might be the best option to keep any decay the tooth is suffering from spreading to your other teeth.

Once a tooth is removed, it may be possible to replace it with a bridge or an implant.

The most recognized form of oral surgery is tooth extraction. Reasons for tooth extraction can include:

impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth
teeth beyond repair either from tooth decay, root fracture, or trauma
primary teeth that have failed to fall out, preventing the eruption of permanent teeth
orthodontic treatment plans, which may require the removal of some teeth to reduce crowding and achieve the optimum result
teeth affected by bone loss and severe gum disease
teeth affected by tumors and cysts
prior to radiation treatment of the head and neck regions for oral cancer
complete denture treatment plans
partial denture treatment plans that require reduced interference and maximum stability