Tooth Extraction

What is Tooth Extraction?

Tooth extraction is when a dentist removes a tooth from your mouth. This is usually done when a tooth is damaged, infected, or causing crowding. There are two types:

• Simple Extraction: For teeth that are fully visible, mobile and easy to remove.
• Surgical Extraction: For teeth that are broken, impacted, or located under the gum—this requires a more complex procedure.

This includes removal of:

• Wisdom teeth (3rd molars) that are impacted or partially erupted
• Root pieces left behind from previously broken teeth
• Root canal-treated teeth, which may be brittle or fractured

Benefits of Tooth Extraction

   Pain Relief:
It removes painful, damaged teeth and helps you feel better.

   Prevents Infection:
It stops infection from spreading to other teeth and gums.

   Improves Oral Health:
It keeps your mouth healthier by removing harmful bacteria.

   Better Alignment:
It can help prepare your mouth for braces and improve your teeth’s alignment.

   Fixes Severe Problems:
When other treatments don’t work, extraction is a good solution for badly damaged teeth and wisdom teeth that are having difficulty in erupting.