Tooth extraction, also called exodontia, is a surgical procedure to remove one or more teeth from the mouth because they are too damaged to be repaired or too crowded, thus preventing the movement of the remaining teeth. Although natural teeth are meant to last a lifetime, there are a number of reasons why tooth extraction may be necessary. One very common reason involves a tooth that is too damaged to be repaired, either by trauma or decay. Sometimes dentists remove teeth to prepare your mouth for orthodontics. The goal of orthodontics is to align your teeth properly, which may not be possible if your teeth are too big for your mouth. Also, if a tooth cannot break through the gum (erupt) because there is no room for it, we may also recommend extracting it. If tooth decay or damage spreads to the pulp, which is the centre of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels, then bacteria in the mouth can enter the pulp and cause an infection. This can often be corrected with root canal therapy, but if the infection is so severe that antibiotics or root canal treatment cannot cure it, extraction may be necessary to prevent the infection from spreading and compromising other teeth. Periodontal (gum) disease: Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues and bones that surround and support the teeth. This causes the teeth ato become loose. Once at an advanced stage, the tooth or teeth may need to be extracted. Leave us your details and we will inform you about everything without obligation. Dental Extraction
What is tooth extraction or exodontia?
Reasons for extracting one or more teeth:
Crowded mouth:
Infection (1/2)
Infection (2/2)
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