DENTAL EXTRACTIONS

Dental extractions can become necessary for a number of reasons. The tooth/teeth may have severe decay, a crack or periodontal disease (gum disease). Some may need to be pulled because they are impacted or crowded, and will eventually cause damage to the surrounding teeth.

An extraction is warranted if:

• A tooth is so severely decayed or abscessed that no other treatment can cure the infection, then an extraction is obviously warranted.

• A tooth that is significantly damaged and broken down to the point that a crown cannot be placed.

• Advanced periodontal disease results in the loosening of gum tissue around a tooth, and a loose tooth (as an adult) can create problems with chewing and infections.

• A tooth that is poorly positioned, causing crowding.

• Wisdom teeth that are either partially erupted or impacted.

Whatever the reason, Dr. Hearne performs extractions in a gentle manner. Our level of training enables us to perform a number of restorative dental services and our office is equipped with the various technologies that allow us to provide the highest level of service.