Tooth Extractions Fort Wayne, IN

Tooth extractions are a common procedure in dentistry, but needing a damaged or decayed tooth removed can still seem unpleasant to patients. It is important to highlight the oral health benefits that can result from extracting a tooth that is harming surrounding teeth and gums. Removing teeth are routine procedures for Drs. Mulokozi Lugakingira, but we still ultimately try to save a tooth first. When tooth extraction is necessary, it is usually to relieve tooth pain, preserve the overall health of your mouth, or prevent more serious conditions from developing.

When we do need to extract a tooth, we do so in a manner that preserves as much of your jaw bone as possible. Because the jaw bone begins deteriorating within the first year after a tooth is lost or pulled, it is important that your jaw maintains proper bone support and contour, especially if you are considering dental implants. Once your tooth is extracted, we will place a bone graft, a bone-like material, in the empty socket, which will fuse to the existing bone and create a solid foundation for the placement of a dental implant. However, the only way to fully preserve the structure of your jaw bone is with a timely placement of a dental implant. Dental implants are the preferred long-term solution to replace a missing tooth and provide both cosmetic and functional benefits to your smile.