Tooth Extractions
Recover Your Smile
Tooth Extraction procedure
Losing just one tooth can affect the way you eat and speak, and it can have serious implications for your oral health later on. Saving the tooth is therefore always preferable to losing it. Unfortunately, sometimes that’s not the choice that’s available; there are cases where teeth are so badly compromised that they must be removed to protect the rest of the mouth. In these cases, we encourage you to call LaGrange Oral Surgery & Implant Center right away. Dr. Jacobs will personalize your treatment so that your extraction is completed as quickly and painlessly as possible.
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We can use general anesthesia or IV sedation to keep you as relaxed and free of pain as possible during wisdom teeth removal. During the process, we may need to remove some gum and bone tissue in order to access the teeth. The molars are then loosened before being extracted. Sometimes it will be necessary to divide the tooth into sections so that it can be removed safely. At the end of the procedure, we can give you specific instructions for recovery.
When are Tooth Extractions Needed?
When deciding whether or not a tooth extraction is really necessary, we have to very carefully consider the current state of your mouth and possible other solutions. The following situations are key examples of times when a tooth extraction might be required:
- Severe tooth decay or an injury that has destroyed so much of the enamel that it can’t be repaired with a filling or a crown.
- An infected tooth that can no longer be saved with a root canal.
- A tooth that prevents the other teeth from making the movements required for orthodontic treatment.
- Preparation to place full dentures.
Real Smiles, Real Results.
“I had a wonderful experience with this office. The staff was wonderful and did an amazing job. I have never been to a dentist’s office that I felt comfortable in but they all were wonderful. They helped with my anxiety issues and I was glad relieved to get the dental care I needed. Thanks, you guys were the best.”
Tammy S.
Real Smiles, Real Results.
“I had a wonderful experience with this office. The staff was wonderful and did an amazing job. I have never been to a dentist’s office that I felt comfortable in but they all were wonderful. They helped with my anxiety issues and I was glad relieved to get the dental care I needed. Thanks, you guys were the best.”
Tammy S.
Real Smiles, Real Results.
“Dr. Jacobs and his entire staff are professional, competent and caring. My dental implants have given me a healthy mouth and a smile that I never imagined I would have. I would recommend them to anyone who needs oral surgery…they are amazing people!”
Elizabeth N.
Real Smiles, Real Results.
“I had my top wisdom teeth removed. It went well and everyone was extremely nice and comforting. Would definitely recommend to others.”
Tim B.
