Tooth Extractions Specialist

What are tooth extractions?

During a tooth extraction, your Greder Dental dentist removes a problematic tooth from your mouth entirely. While this seems like a drastic measure, it’s sometimes your only option for preserving the health of your mouth. In other cases, a tooth extraction is necessary before orthodontic treatment simply to make room for better alignment. 

If you get a tooth extraction because of oral health complications, your dentist replaces your missing tooth with a dental bridge or implant. This means you’re not stuck with a distracting and unattractive gap in your smile after an extraction. In fact, you might eventually forget having a tooth extraction altogether. 

When are tooth extractions necessary?

Even though they’re typically a last resort for treatment, tooth extractions are necessary in a number of cases. Your Greder Dental dentist can extract any tooth in your mouth should it become overly infected or problematic. 

To decide whether you need an extraction, the Greder Dental team takes digital X-rays and other images to view the portion of your tooth below the gums. Issues that could lead to a tooth extraction include:

• Advanced periodontal disease
• Advanced cavities
• A traumatic oral injury
• Severe pain or discomfort
• Crowding (not enough space in your mouth)

Dr. Greder explains to you why getting a tooth extraction is the best (or only) option for your case and tells you how you’ll benefit. 

What are the benefits of getting a tooth extraction?

The prospect of getting a tooth pulled might seem intimidating or even frightening at first. After all, the mere idea of the procedure causes many people to neglect going to the dentist at all. 

However, you’re getting an extraction because your Greder Dental dentist has determined that the benefits far outweigh the risks and possible complications. Benefits from your extraction might include:

• Stopping your infection from spreading
• Reducing or alleviating a toothache
• Creating more space in your mouth in general
• Opening up space for dentures or orthodontics

Your dentist administers a local anesthetic to stop you from feeling the pain of the extraction as it happens. As long as you follow their aftercare instructions closely, you can enjoy a smooth recovery from your extraction with minimal pain.

For a review of your oral health and to find out if you need a tooth extraction, call Greder Dental or book an appointment online today.