When Is Tooth Removal Necessary?
Our ultimate goal is to keep all your teeth healthy and functional, but certain conditions may make extraction necessary:
- Severe decay that has caused a tooth to deteriorate beyond repair
- Serious infection of the root canal that cannot be resolved with traditional treatment
- Impacted wisdom teeth or wisdom teeth that have erupted in a way that threatens the alignment of surrounding teeth
- Preparation for placement of full or partial dentures
- Improperly positioned teeth that affect alignment of surrounding teeth
- Dental trauma that has broken or severely damaged teeth
- Preparation for orthodontic treatment for children