Dental extraction is one of the most common dental procedures performed by dentists worldwide on a daily basis, this is the removal of a tooth or teeth. For a simple extraction, Dr. Anderson will loosen the tooth with an instrument called an elevator. Then use forceps to remove the tooth.
Teeth are removed for a number of reasons:
- When tooth is damaged beyond repair from extensive decay, trauma or periodontal diseases.
- A sound tooth may sometimes be extracted to create space
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