Tooth Extraction

Improved health.
Extracting a severely decayed or broken tooth can benefit both the health and aesthetics of your smile while setting the stage for restorative treatment.

Preparation for orthodontics.
In cases of overcrowding, teeth may need to be extracted before orthodontic treatment. Preparatory extraction can help you achieve a more symmetrical and attractive smile.

Relief.
Extracting an impacted tooth can help you avoid severe pain and serious damage to surrounding teeth and bone tissue.

The dentist administers local anesthesia. Patients can also choose to receive sedation.

Forceps are used to gently loosen the tooth from its socket.

If the tooth is severely impacted, incisions may be made in the gum and bone tissue for easier removal.

Any necessary sutures are placed.

Gauze is applied to the extraction site.