Clinic for Maxillofacial & Cosmetic Surgery
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Some other possible reasons for tooth extraction are as follows:
- Extra teeth which are blocking other teeth from coming in
- Severe gum disease which may affect the supporting tissues and bone structures of teeth
- Severe tooth decay or infection
- A tooth cracking or breaking
- In preparation for orthodontic treatment (braces)
- Receiving radiation to the head and neck may require extraction of teeth in the field of radiation
A dental extraction is the removal of a tooth
from the mouth. Extractions are performed for
a wide variety of reasons, including tooth
decay that has destroyed enough tooth
structure to prevent restoration. Extractions of
some permanent teeth to make space for
orthodontic treatment is also routinely
performed.
Call: 216-328-1234 Fax: 216-328-1229
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