Fact #1: Sometimes a tooth simply cannot be saved. There may be too much decay or damage leaving little tooth structure to work with. It may have already been treated with a filling or such, and the tooth around the filling broke off, leaving little tooth structure. In such cases, extraction may be necessary.
Fact #2: If patients do not want to undergo expensive, complex treatment they may simply ask that the tooth be pulled. It’s faster, easier and less expensive.
Fact #3: Wisdom teeth often need extracting if they are impacted, erupting crooked, or there is not enough space to accommodate them.
Fact #4: Sometimes teeth are extracted to make room for other teeth before orthodontic treatment.
Fact #5: Once a tooth has been extracted, if it is not replaced with some sort of prosthesis, it can lead to such problems as shifting teeth which can eventually lead to a mouth full of crooked teeth, misaligned bite, TMJ, and/or bone loss in the jaw.
Fact #6: If you have a tooth extracted you should consider a dental implant, a bridge, or a fixed or removable partial denture.
ABOUT YOUR GRAND PRAIRIE DENTIST:
Dr. Quinn Smith is a well-respected and highly experienced general, restorative, and family dentist in Grand Prairie, TX. He takes a patient-first approach that starts from the moment patients enter our Pecan Tree Dental office, and he offers three-year guarantee on all dental work that he performs. Whether you and your family are new or returning patients, you can schedule a consultation or your next appointment with Dr. Smith by contacting us at (972) 262-5111.
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