At Texas Sedation Dental & Implant Center, we do all that we can to help patients keep their natural teeth. When it comes to dental care, extraction is typically a last resort, but in some circumstances, it is the best choice for restoring your oral health. While we will make every effort to help you maintain your natural teeth, some situations might unfortunately require tooth removal. A few examples of a tooth that may need to be extracted are:

• It is seriously decayed, damaged, or infected.
• It is impacted (stuck and unable to erupt through the gum).
• It is causing overcrowded teeth.
• If the tooth has been corrupted by severe gum disease.
• Problematic wisdom teeth.

One of the main causes of tooth extractions is severe decay. When tooth decay has advanced past the point at which it can be treated with a root canal or another procedure, it is considered severe decay. When this occurs, it is crucial to have the tooth extracted. If left untreated, decay can spread and cause an infection. If an infection is left untreated, it may spread to the tooth’s root causing an abscess. To prevent worsening harmful damage, decay should be treated as soon as possible.

Crowding can cause a variety of issues, including but not limited to difficulty cleaning your teeth, an elevated risk of tooth decay, and gum disease. Your dentist might advise extracting one or more teeth if you have crowding to make more space. This might assist in preparing your mouth for orthodontic treatment. Large teeth or an unaligned jaw may occasionally also contribute to crowding. In these circumstances, dental surgery might be necessary to fix the issue.

It is common for accidents or falls to result in dental trauma. The tooth may be repairable if the damage is only minor, but if the damage is severe, the tooth may need to be extracted. Patients and their families may find it challenging to make this choice, but there are times when it is necessary to protect your overall oral health.

When gum disease is present, gum pockets form and bacteria, plaque, and tartar become trapped, attacking the surrounding tissues and bone and causing teeth to become loose, leading to the likelihood of an extraction.

Whether it’s one tooth or several teeth, our team is here to support you through every step of the process even though we recognize that losing a tooth can be a difficult experience. If an extraction is needed, we will work with you to ensure it is completed quickly and effectively. You can feel secure knowing that our team of excellent dentists has your best interests in mind. To begin your journey toward recovery, please give us a call or send us a text to schedule an appointment today.

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