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A tooth cracked vertically below the gum line, or a root fracture, is almost impossible to restore. Similarly, teeth shattered by an accident may need removal.
Patients about to receive an organ transplant, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy to the head and neck may need high-risk teeth extracted proactively. Once these treatments begin, the body’s ability to fight infection is compromised, and an infected tooth could become life-threatening. Part 2: Before the Procedure – Preparation Proper preparation begins with your dentist gathering crucial information. Tooth Extraction A Practical Guide
Advanced gum disease destroys the supporting bone and ligaments that anchor teeth. When a tooth becomes "mobile" (loose) due to bone loss, extraction prevents infection from spreading to adjacent healthy teeth. A tooth cracked vertically below the gum line,
Orthodontic treatment (braces or aligners) requires space to realign teeth. Extracting one or two premolars creates the necessary room to correct crowding and achieve a stable bite. Once these treatments begin, the body’s ability to
A blood clot will form in the empty socket. This clot is the scaffolding for new bone and gum tissue. Protect it at all costs.
