Extractions & Wisdom Teeth in Calgary
When is an extraction needed?
A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the bone. At Cornerstone Highstreet Dental, our dentists only perform extractions when a less invasive alternative is not available.
Typical reasons for pulling a tooth include substantial damage or decay and problematic wisdom teeth. Teeth are also sometimes extracted to prepare for other dental procedures.
Repairing Excessive Damage
Your dentist will try hard to save a tooth whenever possible. However, circumstances like injury, gum disease, or significant deterioration require extraction.
If you have a damaged tooth that needs to be pulled, your dentist will discuss tooth replacement options with you. This might include dental crowns, bridges, or dental implants.
What types of tooth extractions do you offer?
Before recommending a tooth extraction, your dentist will thoroughly assess your mouth.
At Cornerstone Highstreet Dental, we offer the following types of extractions for our patients in Cornerstone, Redstone, Cityscape, and the surrounding Calgary areas:
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Emergency Tooth Extraction in Calgary
A dental emergency can occur very suddenly. If you have an urgent dental situation that requires the removal of a tooth, Cornerstone Highstreet Dental will make every effort to see you as soon as possible.
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Simple Tooth Extraction in Calgary
This form of extraction is a simple procedure where no incisions are required and your dentist can remove the tooth directly. This is often performed to pull a dead or decaying tooth. Teeth are also sometimes extracted this way to prepare for other dental procedures.
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Surgical Tooth Extraction in Calgary
While this type of tooth extraction usually doesn't require the use of general anesthesia, the procedure is more complex than a simple tooth extraction. At times, patients undergo an X-ray so their dentist can see the tooth structure, allowing them to plan accordingly. We use local anesthesia to numb the area, and we may need to make some incisions to expose parts of the tooth’s structure.
Wisdom Tooth Removal
Wisdom teeth are normally the final set of molars to erupt in the back corners of an adult's mouth, usually between the ages of 17 and 25.
This third set of teeth is not always functional and can cause overcrowding in your mouth as they come in. They may also cause oral hygiene issues.
If your dentist is worried about the position of your wisdom teeth, they may recommend having them extracted to avoid any future complications.