Minimizing Discomfort with
Extractions

Extractions are dental procedures in which a tooth is carefully removed from its socket in the jawbone. These procedures are essential for various reasons, such as:

• Severe Tooth Decay: When a tooth is extensively decayed and cannot be restored with a filling or crown, extraction may be necessary to prevent the spread of infection and protect neighbouring teeth.
• Advanced Gum Disease: In cases of advanced periodontal disease (gum disease) where the supporting bone is severely damaged, extraction may be required to preserve the overall health of the mouth.
• Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Third molars, commonly known as wisdom teeth, frequently lack sufficient space to emerge correctly. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause pain, infection, and damage to neighbouring teeth, necessitating extraction.
• Failed Root Canal: If a tooth previously treated with a root canal therapy becomes re-infected or painful, extraction may be considered as an alternative to retreatment.
• Preparation for Dentures or Implants: In cases where a patient is receiving dentures or dental implants, extraction may be necessary to create space for the new prosthesis.
• Children and Baby Teeth: In pediatric dentistry, extraction may be needed for baby teeth that are not naturally falling out, or to make way for permanent teeth to erupt properly.
• Orthodontic Treatment: In some orthodontic cases, teeth may need to be extracted to create space for proper alignment and bite correction.
• Crowding: Overcrowded teeth can lead to misalignment and other dental issues. To maintain oral health and proper alignment, some teeth may need to be extracted.
• Infection or Abscess: A severe infection or abscess around a tooth may require extraction to prevent the spread of infection to other parts of the body.
• Cracked or Fractured Teeth: Teeth with extensive cracks or fractures, particularly if the damage extends below the gumline, may need to be extracted.