Tooth Extraction and Grafting
Our primary goal is to keep the teeth healthy and in your mouth for as long as possible, but sometimes because of pain, infection, bone loss or fracture in the tooth — extraction becomes necessary. The bone that holds the tooth in place (the socket) is often damaged by disease and/or infection, resulting in deformity of the jaw after the tooth is extracted. In addition, when teeth are extracted the surrounding bone and gums can shrink and recede very quickly, resulting in unsightly defects.
Meet Dr. Seth
Dr. Ishita Seth graduated from Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine, Massachusetts in 2010. She also holds a dental degree from the Government Dental College – Patiala, India and has several academic achievements. She is fluent in English and culturally attuned to patients from various backgrounds.
At Apollo Dental, we will discuss all your options for you to make an informed decision. We want you to know that today, with advances in techniques and technology, tooth extractions are a fairly routine and painless procedure. Common reasons for extractions:
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Alignment & bite problems
- Infected tooth
- Periodontal disease
- Badly broken or decayed tooth
These jaw defects can create major problems in performing restorative dentistry whether your treatment involves dental implants, bridges, or dentures. Jaw deformities from tooth removal can be prevented and repaired by a procedure called socket preservation. Socket preservation can greatly improve your smile’s appearance and increase your chances for successful dental implants.
Several techniques can be used to preserve the bone and minimize bone loss after an extraction. In one common method, the tooth is removed and the socket is filled with bone or bone substitute. It is then covered with gum, artificial membrane, or tissue, which encourages your body’s natural ability to repair the socket. With this method, the socket heals eliminating shrinkage and collapse of the surrounding gum and facial tissues. The newly formed bone in the socket also provides a foundation for an implant to replace the tooth.
If your dentist has recommended tooth removal, be sure to ask if socket preservation is necessary. This is particularly important if you are planning on replacing the front teeth. Contact Apollo Dental today and we will help you preserve your teeth with our general dentistry services in the Ballantyne Charlotte and surrounding areas.