Tooth Extraction at Lane DDS

ooth extraction is a dental procedure in which a tooth is removed from its socket in the jawbone. Dentists may recommend extraction for various reasons, including severe tooth decay, advanced gum disease, crowding, or damage due to trauma. Before performing a tooth extraction, the dentist will conduct a thorough examination, often including X-rays, to assess the tooth’s condition and surrounding structures.

There are two primary types of tooth extractions: simple extractions and surgical extractions. Simple extractions are typically performed on visible teeth that can be easily accessed, using specialized instruments to loosen and remove the tooth. On the other hand, surgical extractions are more complex and involve removing teeth that may be broken at the gum line or impacted (unable to fully emerge from the gum). Surgical extractions may require an incision and, in some cases, the removal of bone around the tooth.

Contact Lane and Associates of Greenville if you are having mouth pain or believe that you need a tooth extraction!