Tooth Extractions

The following are some of the reasons that you may need a tooth extracted:

·Severe tooth decay or infection
·Severe gum disease
·In preparation for orthodontic treatment, braces
·Teeth in the fracture line
·Fractured teeth
·Prosthetics; teeth detrimental to the fit or appearance of dentures
·Insufficient space for wisdom teeth (impacted third molars)
·Cosmetic; teeth of poor appearance, unsuitable for restoration
·Receiving radiation to the head and neck may require extraction of teeth in the field of radiation