TOOTH EXTRACTIONS

What is a Tooth Extraction

At Michigan Implants & Periodontics, we extract all types of teeth ranging from baby teeth to wisdom teeth.An extraction is a dental procedure where the entire tooth (crown, root & periodontal ligament) is removed from the socket in the bone.  The “type” of dental extraction performed depends on the reason the tooth is being extracted. 

Common Reasons For Tooth Extractions

Severe tooth decay

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​Severe periodontal disease

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Periodontal or tooth abscess 

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Root resorption 

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Fractured roots/tooth

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Cosmetic reasons

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Orthodontic treatment

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Impacted teeth

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Dental implant preparation

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Retained baby teeth

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Types of Tooth Extraction

There are two types of extractions. Simple and Surgical

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Simple extractions are performed on teeth that can be seen in the mouth and do not require sectioning of the tooth or incising the gums for access. These extractions are performed under local anesthesia. The doctor will loosen the tooth and ligament with an elevator instrument and use forceps to extract the tooth. 

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Surgical extractions are performed on teeth that are broken, severely infected or that cannot be seen easily. To remove the tooth, the doctor will have to pull back the gums to gain access and visibility. Often the tooth needs to be sectioned with a surgical handpiece.  Surgical extractions are usually performed under local anesthesia and conscious sedation.