Tooth Extraction
Explained

A tooth that is severely damaged may need to be removed. A surgeon who specializes in surgeries of the mouth (oral and maxillofacial surgeon) or we can remove a tooth.

There are many different reasons why a tooth may need to be extracted; in many cases, teeth have to be removed because they are decayed, which means the nerves and blood vessels inside the tooth are damaged and the tooth is effectively dead; these teeth are removed to prevent abscesses from developing. There are also a number of other possible reasons for extraction, including:

• Injuries and accidents: sports injuries or accidents, such as trips or falls, can cause the teeth to become damaged. If the teeth are not salvageable, they will usually be extracted.

• Periodontal disease: this condition refers to a severe case of gum disease. Periodontal disease affects the sockets and tissue in the gum that hold the teeth in place; if they become damaged, the teeth may become loose.

• Overcrowding: many people do not have enough space in their mouth and the teeth become crowded; this is usually the result of having a smaller jaw than normal, but people who lost their primary set of teeth at an earlier age than usual may also suffer with crowded teeth.

• Wisdom teeth: wisdom teeth can cause problems because many people don’t have enough room in their mouths for the teeth to develop properly; if this is the case the wisdom teeth will usually be removed.