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
"Hi, I'm Sandy from South Bend and I came to Granger Oral Surgery for dental implants. I found the staff to be warm and welcoming and very professional in their approach. My doctor came across with a very kind and gentle demeanor. He treated me with utmost respect. The procedures went very well. Now, I feel very good about my oral health. And, um, quality of life is very good. I would highly recommend others to Grainger Oral Surgery."
"I came to Dr. Anderson to get my canines out. They were baby teeth that needed to get pulled out. I was not scared. They were nice to me! I went in, and it was just over. My recovery was really easy. Yes, they were very nice to me. They helped Dr. Anderson pull my teeth out and they gave me laughing gas. I got to watch TV. I got to lay down in a chair. I definitely recommend Dr. Anderson!"
"Well, I had a bridge about 20 years ago, and it broke, and my dentist recommended dental implants from Dr. Anderson, and so I came to see him. When I got here, I felt completely good about what was going to happen. The staff was very, very courteous and friendly. I can't say enough about them. Dr. Anderson was pretty much just like a layperson, telling you everything that had to be done in lay terms. Very, very nice guy. The surgery was fine. He took all of it out. I didn't have any pain. It was done fairly quickly. I definitely would recommend Granger Oral Surgery."
"Oh, Dr. Anderson is great. I enjoyed seeing him, just like the staff and everybody. When I saw him, I thought, "All I have to do is go to the dentist, just relax in that chair, and let him do his thing." You just have the one little pain, just like a pinch. He had to do something with the sinus, because it's on the upper. These implants are on the upper right side, and I brush them and eat with them. I chew my gum with them—everything. I probably shouldn't chew my gum, I probably should not eat popcorn, but I do. Everything just went along so well, and it's because of Dr. Anderson. The staff—they're always so pleasant. They make you feel like you're glad you came in to see them. They really make you feel great. I would definitely, definitely recommend Dr. Anderson."
"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."
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.