Dental Extractions

Your dentist, orthodontist or Dr. Jelic may have determined that you need a tooth extracted for any number of reasons. Although the most common reason for extracting teeth is due to periodontal disease, the other cause for extraction are severe decay, root and crown fractures, crowding other teeth out of alignment, or are in such a position that interfere with additional treatment your restorative dentist plans.

Extraction of teeth may be a necessary part of the treatment of medical conditions such as radiation treatment, chemotherapy, or orthopedic joint replacement surgery.

The removal of a single tooth can have a major impact on the functional or aesthetics aspects of your dental health. Tooth loss leads to bone loss, difficulty chewing and dietary changes, shifting and crooked teeth, jaw joint discomfort, an unattractive smile, and compromised self-esteem.

To avoid these complications, Dr. Jelic will be sure you understand the alternatives to dental extractions as well as the methods for replacement of the extracted tooth including Dental Implants.

In many cases, Dr. Jelic can minimize the functional and aesthetic impact of losing a tooth by placing an Immediate Dental Implant at the same time of extraction. Immediate dental implants can negate to need for a retainer or temporary removable tooth replacements.