Tooth Extractions
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When a tooth is too badly damaged, decayed, or infected, removing it may be the best and safest option for you. Your teeth may even be too large or overcrowding your mouth, indicating the potential for an even bigger issue in the future. A tooth extraction can often be the first step in treating these dental problems.
Why Would I Need a Tooth Extraction?
In some cases, it’s best to remove an adult tooth due to severe damage or decay that cannot be repaired through restorative treatments like fillings or crowns. The following common scenarios often lead people to need a tooth pulled:
Tooth Decay
Unchecked cavities can cause significant pain and weaken the affected area beyond repairable levels. In these cases, our dentists will recommend extracting the decayed portion of your smile and replacing it with prosthetic solutions such as implants or custom bridges.
Tooth Infection
Similar to decay, if left untreated for long enough, an infection can spread quickly into other areas of your mouth or gum tissue and render existing treatments ineffective. Extracting infected teeth helps avoid further harm from occurring to the rest of your teeth.
Tooth Crowding
Orthodontic treatment is one way to correct overcrowded teeth, but in some cases, tooth extraction may be necessary to make room for other teeth in the mouth.
Preparation for Orthodontic Treatment
For those undergoing braces or other orthodontic treatments, one of the most common issues our dentists see is pre-existing crowded teeth causing misalignment or overbite. In these cases, tooth extraction may be recommended to give your other teeth the space needed for your new smile.
Tooth Impaction
When teeth are too crowded, this can sometimes prevent the new tooth from emerging from the gum. Instead, the new tooth will grow sideways into other teeth, causing pain, headaches, and other symptoms.
Trauma
Whether from a fall or other injury, some trauma caused to the teeth is too severe to repair. If the tooth is damaged to the roots, an extraction is often the best course of action to prevent infections and severe dental complications from occurring.
The extractions were a success, I felt comfortable through the WHOLE process. I am grateful to be a part of such a practice, PLEASE DO NOT CHANGE, thank you all very very much.
MEKHEI - TOOTH EXTRACTION PATIENT
Tooth Replacement Options
It’s important to replace any extracted teeth. Without a replacement, adjacent teeth can shift out of place and cause an array of issues, such as bite misalignment, speech impediments, and even jaw pain. In some cases, missing teeth can cause bone tissue in your jaw to weaken. When you choose Inspira Dental Services for tooth extraction, we’ll provide guidance if replacement options are available. We offer many prosthetic solutions to replace missing teeth, including:
Dental Implants
If you’re looking for a long-term solution that restores both your appearance and the function of your smile, dental implants are often the best choice.
Traditional Bridges
We can use a traditional bridge to help repair lost or damaged teeth by affixing two crowns on either side and placing a prosthetic tooth between them.
Implant-supported Bridges
When you need a replacement for multiple teeth, implant-supported bridges provide a secure solution fixed to your jawbone with two or more dental implants.
Traditional or Custom Dentures
We offer custom dentures designed to fit your exact specifications and look, just like natural teeth.
Removable or Permanent Denture Implants
For those wanting more secure dentures, we provide removable or permanent denture implants – allowing you to enjoy a secure and comfortable fit that won’t slip or move out of place.
Tooth Removal at Inspira Dental Care
At Inspira Dental Care in Winston-Salem and Mocksville, NC, we take tooth extraction and replacement seriously. That’s why our experienced team will always be sure to evaluate your individual needs and take you through the process step-by-step – from extracting a damaged tooth to replacing it with a prosthetic solution that looks, feels, and functions just like natural teeth. We’re committed to providing you with personalized care that meets your individual needs, allowing you to maintain a lifelong healthy, beautiful, and confident smile. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!