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Tooth Extraction

Tooth Extractions | Alabama Family Dentistry | Birmingham, ALSome teeth may have extensive decay or will be broken or cracked in such an extreme manner that an extraction is the best solution. In some cases repair and restoring is simply not possible.

Teeth that have experienced the effects of advanced periodontal disease (gum disease) are teeth whose supporting bone has been damaged. In general, as periodontal disease worsens, a tooth is supported by less and less surrounding bone, often to the point where the tooth becomes loose. In those cases where significant bone damage has occurred and a tooth has become excessively mobile extraction of the tooth may be the only option.

Sometimes 3rd molars or wisdom teeth lie in a position that proves to be a constant source of irritation to the person’s cheek (by either rubbing against the cheek or causing the person to bite it). As a solution, your dentist may suggest that the offending wisdom teeth be extracted.

Wisdom teeth are typically in a region of the mouth that is hard to clean, thus placing them and their neighboring tooth at greater risk for decay and periodontal disease. Depending on the precise circumstances, your dentist may advise that removing a nonfunctional tooth might be in your best long-term interest in regards to maintaining good oral health.

Impacted teeth are teeth whose positioning in the jaw bone is such that they cannot erupt into normal alignment and are often nonfunctional. This combination of factors makes impacted teeth common candidates for extraction.

Extractions are often necessary in those cases where a large discrepancy exists between the size of the patient’s jaws and the needed space required for the improved alignment of their teeth. An orthodontist usually makes that decision after x-rays and models.

What to Expect After Extraction Surgery?


  • Relax after surgery. Physical activity may increase bleeding.
  • Continue to brush your teeth and tongue carefully.