Tooth Extractions
Fort Worth, Texas
Focused on Comfort and Committed to Exceptional Care.
At Dentistry of Fort Worth, our priority is always saving natural teeth and restoring their health and function. However, we may sometimes have to extract a tooth to safeguard your oral health. Our patient-centered team provides compassionate care with your comfort in mind, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience. Contact our Fort Worth practice to experience a new level of care.
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Why Would You Require a Tooth Extraction?
We may recommend tooth extraction for various reasons, including the following:
- Severe Tooth Decay or Infection:If not treated, tooth decay or infection can continue progressing, often leading to pain, swelling, and infection. If the decay or infection becomes extensive to the point that it is beyond repair, extracting the tooth may be needed to prevent the spread of infection, which can impact your oral health and general well-being.
- Advanced Gum Disease:Advanced gum disease can damage the structures affecting your teeth, causing them to loosen and compromising their stability. A tooth that’s lost its support may not be repairable, leaving extraction as the only option to safeguard the health of your remaining teeth.
- Trauma or Injury:An accident or injury can cause significant damage or breakage to a tooth. If the damage is beyond repair, we may need to extract the tooth to relieve your discomfort and prevent further complications.
- Teeth Crowding:Selective tooth extraction is often required as a component of an orthodontic treatment plan to correct issues such as overcrowding. The goal is to create the space needed for your remaining teeth to move into alignment.
What Are the Types of Tooth Extractions?
At Dentistry of Fort Worth, we perform simple and surgical extractions depending on your unique needs. Simple extractions help remove teeth that are visible and readily accessible. Surgical extractions, on the other hand, are required to remove weak, fractured, or impacted teeth. Most extractions are performed with minimal discomfort during and after treatment.
What Is Ridge Preservation?
After extracting a tooth, the bone in the area begins to resorb and change in shape. Depending on the location of the tooth in question, we may recommend ridge preservation. The procedure involves placing a bone grafting material in the tooth’s socket right after extraction to prevent bone loss and maintain the natural shape of your jaw.
Ridge preservation helps provide a stable foundation for future dental implants or dentures and improves your long-term oral health. It is now considered standard of care for bone grafting to be placed for ridge preservation, and we recommend it with almost all extractions. If you have any questions, we are happy to go over all of your options.
What Are Your Tooth Replacement Options?
Leaving a gap in your smile can lead to the neighboring teeth shifting out of place, impacting the alignment of your teeth and bite. Moreover, missing one or more of your teeth can create an imbalance that increases the risk of periodontal disease, uneven tooth wear, and even TMJ pain. Depending on the location of your extracted tooth, we may recommend a tooth replacement solution, such as a dental implant, a fixed bridge, or a partial denture. Our experienced team will discuss your tooth replacement options and help you determine the one right for you.
Tooth Extractions Near Me in Fort Worth, TX
At Dentistry of Fort Worth, we are committed to providing exceptional care with a gentle, compassionate touch. Our patient-centered team strives to ensure your time with us is as comfortable and stress-free. You can always count on us for care that not only meets but exceeds your expectations.
Call (817) 765-1600 to schedule your appointment or request one online today.We look forward to restoring your pain-free, healthy smile.
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At Dentistry of Fort Worth, we take pride in serving our community by creating healthy, beautiful smiles. Here, you can always expect honest guidance, personalized care, and a team that treats you like family. Ready to take charge of your oral health? Call us or use the link below to book your appointment today! We look forward to caring for all your dental needs.