Although your teeth are supposed to last for a lifetime, they can still decay and be damaged at times and may need to be removed immediately. A Germantown dentist can help you figure out the best approach to solving your dental trouble with one of the two extraction procedures:
- Simple Extraction: A simple extraction is usually performed when a tooth is clearly visible inside the mouth. It is the most common procedure performed using instruments like an elevator and forceps to loosen the tooth and extract it.
- Surgical Extraction: This however, is a more complex procedure. If a tooth has broken off at the gum line or has not yet come out, your dentist will make a small incision on your gum and cut the tooth out. At times, the dentist might also need to cut the bone around the affected tooth to facilitate extraction.
Reasons For Dental Extractions
The most common reasons for dental extractions include:
Infection
If tooth damage extends to the center of the teeth where the nerves and blood vessels are, bacteria in the mouth can conveniently move to the pulp causing infection. If the infection is in its early stages, it can be cured using antibiotics, however, extraction may be required if the infection is severe.
Crowded Mouth
At times, dentists might extract teeth to prepare them for orthodontics. Orthodontics involves realigning the teeth to make it easy for them to fit in the mouth. Likewise, if a tooth is unable to break through the gums because of less room your dentist might recommend an extraction.
Gum Disease
If you are facing periodontal diseases, where the gum and soft tissue surrounding the teeth get damaged you might need to undergo dental extraction. Gum disease loosens up teeth out of their sockets making removal necessary.
Weak Immune System
If your immune system is gradually weakening under situations like chemotherapy, organ transplant or other chronic diseases you might be required to undergo dental extraction on the first signs of tooth infection to prevent further damage.
These are just some of the most common reasons where your Germantown dentist might recommend tooth extraction. If you think you are facing any of these conditions, be sure to give us a call immediately.
