Description

Tooth Extraction is a dental procedure in which a tooth is removed from its socket in the jawbone. Why Is Tooth Extraction Done? A dentist may recommend tooth extraction for: Severe tooth decay Broken or damaged teeth Gum disease Impacted wisdom teeth Overcrowded teeth before braces Infection that cannot be treated Types of Tooth Extraction Simple Extraction Done for visible teeth Usually performed under local anesthesia Surgical Extraction Needed for impacted or broken teeth May require a small gum incision