At Butler Hill Dental, we understand that the decision to undergo a tooth extraction can be daunting. We are committed to making this process as comfortable and pain-free as possible, providing expert care throughout your treatment. Tooth extraction is a common dental procedure designed to remove teeth that are severely damaged, decayed, or posing a risk to other parts of the mouth.
Reasons for Tooth Extractions
Tooth extractions are performed for a variety of reasons, including:
- Severe Decay or Infection: When a tooth is extensively decayed or infected and cannot be saved by other dental treatments such as a filling or crown.
- Orthodontic Treatment: To create space in the mouth before starting orthodontic treatment.
- Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Removal of wisdom teeth that are impacted, causing pain, or have the potential for future complications.
- Risk of Infection: In some cases, teeth may be extracted if there’s a risk of infection due to compromised immune systems.
- Gum Disease: Teeth that have become loose due to the advanced stages of periodontal disease.