The main goal of dentistry is to preserve your natural teeth and keep them healthy — but when extraction becomes necessary, we perform it carefully to protect surrounding bone and set you up for a healthy replacement.
The main goal of dentistry is to preserve your natural teeth and keep them healthy. We explore every option to save a tooth first — root canal therapy, crowns, or periodontal treatment. But sometimes extraction is the safest choice to protect your overall oral health.
As your tooth is being removed, steps are taken to ensure the bone that surrounds it isn't damaged — preserving the site for a future implant or restoration.
When a tooth requires a root canal or crown replacement and cannot be adequately restored.
Creating space needed for Invisalign or orthodontic treatment when teeth are too crowded.
Removing third molars that cannot fully erupt and may damage surrounding teeth and structures.
Removing primary teeth that are preventing the normal eruption of permanent teeth.
An initial X-ray examination assesses the tooth's position, root structure, and surrounding bone condition to plan the safest approach.
Local anesthesia numbs the area completely. Sedatives are available for complex cases or anxious patients.
The tooth is gently removed while steps are taken to protect the surrounding bone — preserving the socket for a future implant if needed.
Expect mild to moderate post-operative discomfort managed with anti-inflammatory medication. Recovery typically occurs within days. We'll discuss replacement options to protect your jawbone and restore your smile.