09/28/2015 10:38
When a tooth is damaged, there are a variety of restorative options that can be used to fix it. Often times, the placement of a filling or a crown can be an effective method for repairing a tooth. However, there are some instances in which a dental extraction may be the only viable option.
A tooth that was either fractured or broken due to trauma may require extraction. If the fracture extends down into the gumline, then the tooth will not be able support a filling or a crown. This can also be true if you have fractured the root of the tooth. Trying to restore a tooth that cannot be restored will only lead to further complications. Therefore, in these cases, extraction is your best option.
If tooth decay has reached the pulp of the tooth, our Los Angeles dentist is usually able to restore your tooth through a root canal procedure and the use of antibiotics. Nevertheless, if these measures fail to treat the infection, then a dental extraction might be your healthiest option to prevent the infection from spreading. Additionally, if advanced levels of gum disease have caused your tooth to loosen, then an extraction may be necessary. Sometimes an orthodontist will need to extract some permanent teeth in order to properly align your teeth. This is especially true if you suffer from crowding or impacted wisdom teeth.
If you have injured your tooth through trauma or decay, contact our expert in dental extraction in Los Angeles to learn more about your options.
