TOOTH EXTRACTION

Tooth extraction is done by a dentist, an oral surgeon or a periodontist. It involves removing the problematic tooth from the gum socket and the underlying bone. The most common problems that lead to tooth extraction are tooth decay, gum disease, crowded teeth, impacted teeth and tooth breakage. The three types of extractions are simple extractions, impacted tooth extractions, and removal of the root of the tooth. To do this the dentist will use forceps and elevators. Sometimes if the tooth is rigidly held, then the bone fragments may have to be removed as well.