Prioritize Your Oral Health With Tooth Extractions

Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is imperative to your overall well-being. However, in some cases, tooth extractions may be necessary. When all other options to save a tooth have been exhausted, tooth extraction is considered a last resort. Our dentist in Abbotsford, BC, performs tooth extractions by removing the tooth from its socket in the jawbone.

What is involved in tooth extractions?

Our dentist will conduct a thorough examination, including X-rays, to determine the which approach to use. Local anesthesia is administered to numb the area around the tooth to ensure a more comfortable procedure. Simple extractions involve loosening the tooth with a special elevator tool and then using forceps to remove it. Surgical extractions may include making a small incision in the gum and possibly removing some bone around the tooth.

When are tooth extractions necessary?

• Severe Decay: In cases of severe tooth decay, extraction may be necessary as restoration is no longer possible.
• Infection: If an infection severely damages a tooth and its surrounding tissues, extraction might be the only way to prevent its spread.
• Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Wisdom teeth that do not have enough room to emerge properly can cause pain, infection, and shifting of adjacent teeth.
• Orthodontic Reasons: Tooth extraction might be part of orthodontic treatment to address overcrowding and achieve proper alignment.
• Trauma: Teeth that are extensively damaged due to accidents might need to be extracted.

What are the benefits of tooth extractions?

Extracting severely damaged or infected teeth can help alleviate pain and discomfort and prevent the spread of infection, gum disease, and damage to adjacent teeth. Removing infected or severely decayed teeth contributes to better oral health, reducing the risk of oral diseases. Extracting a tooth can pave the way for a straighter, more aesthetically pleasing smile in crowded teeth.

Contact us today to learn more about our tooth extraction services. With our help, you can start your journey to optimal oral health.