Alleviate Discomfort & Improve Oral Health
Patients require tooth removal for a wide variety of reasons including tooth decay, gum disease, or even fracture during regular function. Sometimes, your general dentist can repair this with a root canal, filling, or a crown; however, extensive damage may require tooth extraction. If that is the case, you may be referred to an oral surgeon to ensure that your tooth is removed, and the extraction site is restored for optimal long-term results. We will work hard to examine every possibility of restoring the natural tooth, but if it must be removed, we can also provide the best options for tooth replacement.
When Is Tooth Extraction Necessary?
- Dental Crowding. If the jaw bone is too small to accommodate all of the teeth, or the patient has an extra tooth or teeth, a tooth may need to be removed to make space and avoid potential problems.
- Periodontal (Gum) Disease. Gum disease affects the tissues around the tooth and the bones beneath the gum line, which causes tooth loosening and the need for removal.
- The Risk of Infection. Patients with excessive tooth decay may see infection spread into the center of the tooth, damaging important blood vessels and nerves. If the infection spreads, root canal therapy or antibiotics may no longer be viable options. In such cases, the tooth should be removed immediately to avoid dangerous infections.
How Do I Know If I Need a Tooth Removed?
Before removing your tooth, Dr. Anderson will perform a thorough clinical examination and review your medical history. If you have not received an X-ray or 3D scan of your jaws and teeth before your initial evaluation, you may receive one at our office. We will work with you to develop the best and most effective treatment plan for extracting the tooth, taking into consideration the tooth’s relationship to other structures in the mouth such as the sinuses, nerves, and adjacent teeth.
Dr. Anderson offers a wide variety of anesthetic and sedative options, including local anesthesia, nitrous oxide (or laughing gas), and IV anesthesia to aid with any presurgical anxiety and ease the experience associated with the extraction procedure. We will also provide options for tooth replacement, such as dental implants, which can often be placed at the same time the tooth extraction procedure takes place.
Our primary goal is to restore your oral health and provide you with the best option for replacing missing teeth. If you think you may be in need of tooth extraction, we encourage you to contact our office in Granger, IN. Our front desk staff will happily help you schedule an initial evaluation with Dr. Anderson.
Types of Anesthesia
We offer several forms of anesthesia to ensure your comfort.
Tooth Replacement Options After Extraction
After a tooth extraction, it is important to consider tooth replacement options to maintain proper oral function and prevent future complications. Your surgeon will discuss your options with you during your consultation.
After you have a tooth extracted, you’ll have a variety of options for tooth replacement. This includes dental implants, immediate dental implants, socket preservation, or opting for no replacement. You will discuss which option best fits your needs before your procedure with Dr. Anderson.
Hear From Tooth Extraction Patients
These patients can tell you about their firsthand experience undergoing tooth extraction at our office.
Reviews From Our Tooth Extraction Patients
"I had, evidently, a cracked root, and it needed to be extracted, and Dr. Anderson was able to successfully extract the tooth, and now I'm in the process of the final implant. Dr. Anderson was very comforting and reassuring and explained the process, and I think that created a great deal of comfort and confidence in me. He just had a reassuring aura of him. And after he explained the pros and cons of the procedure, I felt comfortable with the procedure that I ended up going with. I would highly recommend Dr. Anderson; as I mentioned, you know, you judge people on how they've treated you, and I've had an excellent result here. When it comes to health care, I generally seek out the best healthcare provider, and I think Dr. Anderson's a very good one at that."
"I had had a tooth that had all kinds of issues, and it finally came to the point where it just needed to be removed and have the implant done. When I found out I had to have the implant done - and I had had one before - I knew what was coming, and I was very, very nervous. It was a good experience for me; because I was so nervous, they took the time to ask me why I was so nervous, and then they addressed each issue. And they did it every time I came. The first time we came to the office, I was pleasantly surprised at how welcoming it was when I first got here. And the staff was just so kind, and so I was just overwhelmed by how not afraid I was once I got here. My recovery up until now has been very easy. The staff is - they're very kind, they're very comforting. He, too, is so kind, and he has this calmness about him that just made me relax. I would recommend Dr. Anderson and his team."
"Well, I went to my dentist, Chris Hazel, who discovered in my radiographs that I have a process called internal erosion. So, I was referred to Dr. Anderson for the extraction and then subsequent reconstruction, which included a sinus lift and placement of an implant. I was dentaphobic. My dentaphobia was rooted in my experiences as a child. The science and technology of dentistry has come a long way since those days, and thanks to those advances and the skills of Dr. Anderson and his staff, I am no longer dentaphobic. I have been very pleased with the outcome of the procedures performed by Dr. Anderson and the fact that they were performed without significant discomfort. I would recommend Dr. Anderson without reservation."
"I came to Granger Oral Surgery on the recommendation of my orthodontist. I needed to have one tooth implanted because when I was 12 years old, the dentist I had then pulled one of my teeth, and I had a second implant because one of my crown seals failed. I've always been interested in medical stuff, and so it's really more of an adventure; I was excited to do it. Both of those turned out just fine, and I haven't had any problems since. Now I have had my implants for at least a year. They act and look just like regular teeth; I have no problem whatsoever. Granger Oral Surgery has some of the most fun people I have ever met. Dr. Anderson himself, I consider to be one of the exemplary surgeons in his field, and I highly recommend him. I really like him."
"Hi, I'm Justin from Buchanan, and I came to Granger Oral Surgery for an extraction. When I first walked in, the staff here was impeccable. They were great and welcoming, and I felt safe at all times. My doctor was amazing. He made me feel warm and confident that he could do the job. My procedure went very well. My recovery was exactly what they told me it would be and I felt really safe throughout the whole procedure. My overall experience with this practice was amazing. I would definitely recommend Granger Oral Surgery to other people. I would definitely come back."
Granger’s Go-To Oral Surgery Practice: Where Compassion Meets Quality
Granger Oral Surgery & Dental Implants is no ordinary dental office. We’re an advanced oral and maxillofacial surgery practice that provides quality, compassionate care, takes time to build relationships with our patients, and ensures everyone feels welcome and at ease when they walk through our doors. We are proud to serve our community and invite you to take the first step toward enhanced oral health by contacting us to schedule a consultation.