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Growing up, we are told of the importance of keeping our teeth clean and healthy. Moreover, we are informed that if we do not adhere to a thorough preventive dental routine, we run the risk of losing our natural structures permanently. But what about when tooth extraction is necessary for your oral health overall? In today’s blog, your Riverside Dental Group team explore the different scenarios in which a dental extraction may be the best solution for your dental concern and what you can expect from the process.

Crooked or Crowded Teeth

From a young age, we learn to care for our smiles and teeth through dental prevention. Preventive dentistry typically includes any practice to manage the presence of oral bacteria, including plaque, tartar, and gum inflammation. Your dentist recommends brushing appropriately at least twice a day and flossing after meals. In addition to this, you should also attend in-office checkups so that our team can help ensure your health is where it should be.

Though you may do everything in your power to prioritize your dental health, keep in mind that not all teeth come in at an optimal angle. In addition to giving your smile a crooked appearance, this suboptimal eruption can actually contribute to issues with bite stability and pressure, as well as create overlapping areas where oral bacteria can thrive relatively unbothered. When a patient has severe crooked or crowded teeth that directly impacts their health, your dentist may recommend an extraction, if appropriate. To learn more about this process, give our office a call today.

When a Tooth is Beyond Saving

A more common concern that can lead to the need for tooth extraction is when a tooth is seriously infected to a point that the structure itself is beyond saving. If there is not enough healthy structure left to support a filling or root canal restoration, then your next best step is to remove the infected structure to prevent the further spread of disease. Moreover, a severely infected tooth will cause significant complications with everyday activities such as biting and eating, and removing it entirely can lead to some much-needed relief.

A Serious Threat to Your Overall Oral Health

Another important reason to remove a tooth beyond saving is to prevent the infection from growing and spreading to your other neighboring teeth. Once a tooth is lost, the infection does not stop there. Our team will carefully and thoroughly assess your needs prior to recommending dental extraction, and we also offer replacement services so you can enjoy the benefits of a healthy, natural-looking smile again.

Ask Our Team About Your Options

Losing a natural tooth is often the last thing a person wants to experience, but sometimes, it may be necessary for prioritizing your oral health. To learn more about essential tooth extractions, please call:

Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.

Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.

Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest (951) 776-9001.

Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.

Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.

Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.