Tooth Extractions

Good oral hygiene is a must, because the loss of a single tooth can have major impact on overall oral health and appearance. Although dentists will use every measure to prevent tooth loss, there are still some occasions when a tooth needs to be extracted. A tooth may need to be extracted due to severe decay, advanced periodontal disease, infection or abscess, orthodontic correction, mal-positioned teeth, fractured teeth or root or impacted teeth. Based on the degree of difficulty, a dentist may refer you to a specialist called an oral surgeon.