Oral Surgery

At Mt Si Dental Center, we believe natural teeth should last a lifetime. However, there are times when extracting a tooth is our only option. The following are some reasons we may recommend having a tooth removed:

• Severe Decay: Left untreated, tooth decay will progress, leading to pain and infection. If the tooth cannot be saved, even with root canal therapy, extraction may be the only option.
• Dental Trauma: An accident can cause irreparable damage to a tooth. If that’s the case, we may need to extract the affected tooth to safeguard your oral health.
• Root Fracture: If cracks or fractures extend onto the root surface, the tooth usually cannot be saved and will need to be extracted.
• Periodontal Disease: Advanced periodontal (gum) disease can lead to bone and tissue loss. A loose tooth that has lost its support may need to be extracted.
• Orthodontic Concerns: We may need to extract one or more teeth to correct crooked teeth or a crowded mouth. Moreover, if you require braces or other orthodontic treatments, selective extractions can create the space needed to move your remaining teeth into alignment.
• Wisdom Teeth: Most people don’t have enough space to accommodate the incoming wisdom teeth, which can become impacted, leading to pain, infection, and damage to the neighboring teeth. Wisdom teeth extraction is one of the most common oral surgeries performed today.

There are two types of extractions we perform: simple and surgical. A simple extraction involves the removal of a tooth that’s visible and easily accessible. A surgical extraction, on the other hand, involves the removal of a tooth that’s weak, fractured, or impacted. With our modern dental anesthetics, gentle techniques, and sedation dentistry options, most patients report minimal discomfort during or after the procedure.