Extraction/ Tooth Removal
A tooth that is severely damaged may need to be removed. Removing a tooth is necessary when decay or an abscessed tooth is so severe that no other treatment will cure the infection.
Q: How is the need for extraction diagnosed?
A: Your dentist diagnoses the need for tooth extraction and before a tooth is removed, your dentist will thoroughly review your medical and dental history and take the appropriate x-rays.
X-rays reveal the length, shape, and position of the tooth and surrounding bone. From this information, your dentist can estimate the degree of difficulty of the procedure and decide whether to refer you to a specialist called an oral surgeon.