Tooth Extraction

Tooth extraction is a common and essential procedure in general dentistry, involving the removal of a tooth from its socket in the jawbone.

• Simple Extraction: Simple extraction is performed when a tooth is visible above the gum line and can be easily removed by the dentist. The dentist uses specialized instruments to loosen the tooth and then gently lifts it from its socket.
• Surgical Extraction: Surgical extraction is required when a tooth is impacted (not fully erupted) or has broken off at the gum line. The procedure involves making a small incision in the gum to access the tooth and may require sectioning the tooth into smaller pieces for easier removal.