Extraction of Teeth

Dental extraction simply means removing an infected, decayed, or impacted tooth with the help of a dental professional. Tooth extraction is often the last resort after all other treatments have failed.

Types of Extractions

There are two types of extractions, and the right one for you will depend on the condition of the affected tooth.

• Simple extraction: This approach simply involves the extraction of a visible tooth using forceps.
• Surgical extraction: This approach involves surgery, and it is always used for impacted teeth. Typically, the surgical approach is conducted by an oral surgeon, although there are some dentists allowed to conduct surgical extractions.