Tooth Extraction
A Common Oral Surgery Procedure to Restore Oral Health
A single tooth may need to be removed due to injury, decay, or disease. Tooth extraction is also a common procedure associated with other dental treatments. Other times, a tooth may need to be extracted as a preventive measure, such as wisdom teeth removal. While always preferable to save a natural tooth, extraction may be the only option to restore oral health.
The oral surgery team at Michigan Oral Surgeons works hard to examine every possibility of restoring a natural tooth before an extraction. If replacement is a part of your treatment plan, your surgeon will discuss your options for tooth replacement, such as dental implants.
Why Does My Tooth Need To Be Removed?
A single tooth (or multiple teeth) may be recommended for removal for many reasons:
- Dental crowding
When the jaw is too small, it cannot accommodate all 28 adult teeth. As a result, the teeth crowd together, which results in poor positioning and bite misalignment issues. Dental crowding is also common when adult teeth come in before their corresponding baby teeth have fallen out. - Periodontal disease
Gum disease is one of the most common causes of advanced tooth decay. Gum disease affects the tissues around the tooth and the bones beneath the gum line. Periodontal disease is a serious oral infection that can affect general health. - Tooth decay
Tooth decay can result in the destruction of teeth, abscess formation, and serious health problems. It is also known as a cavity. Untreated and severe tooth decay may render a tooth non-restorable, necessitating the removal of the tooth. - Oral health treatment
Removing a tooth may be recommended as part of a larger dental treatment plan, such as braces. However, most dental health professionals advise against removing a healthy tooth unless necessary.
Your oral surgeon will discuss your treatment plan in depth with you. At your consultation, you will review the tooth extraction procedure, discuss and select an option for anesthesia, and have your questions answered.
Types of Anesthesia
There are three main types of anesthesia that we use at our practice:
Hear From General Tooth Extraction Patients
These patients can tell you about the firsthand experience undergoing general tooth extraction at our office.
Reviews From Our General Tooth Extraction Patients
Elli
General Tooth Extraction
Patient
"I came here because I had to get some baby teeth pulled out — five to be exact. The first day I came in, I was nervous, but the staff really made me feel calm and relaxed. Everyone was so sweet. The surgery was great. I really like Dr. Lopez, and he did a great job. I would describe Dr. Lopez as sweet, funny, and he makes you feel very relaxed. If I needed to have surgery again, I would definitely come back to see Dr. Lopez. I had a great experience here, and I would definitely recommend Michigan Oral Surgeons. "
Richelle
General Tooth Extraction
Patient
"When I first walked in, the staff was very welcoming and they made me feel very comfortable. The practice came highly recommended and the doctors here were fantastic and I was really impressed with the care that I was given and how they treated me. The procedure went very smooth and the recovery was very easy for me. I’m so glad that I had the procedure done. I feel great now and the quality of my life has improved. For all my friends and family in Ypsilanti, Milan, and South Lyon, I highly recommend Michigan Oral Surgeons."
Emma
General Tooth Extraction
Patient
"When I first came in, the two doctors came and talked to me about what was going to happen and how it was going to go. It went really good. My experience here was great because everyone cared, and Dr. Sanker’s really nice and kind. I would recommend Michigan Oral Surgeons. They gave me a great smile and they’ll give you one, too."
Leonard
General Tooth Extraction
Patient
"I was referred here by my dentist during regular checkups that I had a bad tooth on the lower right side here that had to come out. Great office. The staff's all wonderful here. Jennifer, Dr. Sanker, everybody's nice. Dr. Sanker is very, very patient, makes you feel very comfortable, very at ease. He explains everything thoroughly. That makes you feel comfortable. He's a perfectionist. I had a very good experience here at Michigan Oral Surgeons, and I would recommend it for anybody."
Nancy
General Tooth Extraction
Patient
"When I first walked into the practice, I could tell, clearly, that I was in the hands of very calm, welcoming, and kind people and staff. The doctors are very professional, but at the same time, they were down-to-earth, and I think that’s what really helped put me at ease. They were friendly and kind. It was a very well-done procedure. It went quickly. I healed quickly, and I believe I owe that all to our doctors. The Michigan Oral Surgeons are such nice people, so for that reason alone, I would recommend them and say I was very happy to have been one of their clients."
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