Swedish Dental Care
Extractions
Tooth extraction or dental extraction is the removal of a tooth from the mouth. This can also be the basis for future cosmetic dental treatments.
Extractions can be simple or surgically done. Simple extractions are usually performed when the tooth is visible and already loose, and only require dental forceps to lift it after it has been rocked back and forth.
Surgical extraction involves the removal of teeth that cannot be easily accessed because they have not fully erupted or they have broken under the gums. This requires an incision and frequently the tooth to be extracted is split into multiple pieces to be able to remove it easily.
When an extraction may be needed
- Teeth that are rotten and cannot be repaired, to prevent infection.
- For orthodontic treatment, when a tooth needs to be removed to create space.
- Damaged teeth brought about by injuries such as trips or falls and sports accidents.
- Gum disease that affects the tissues and supporting structures of the tooth.