Oral Surgery

Extraction – because of pain: Removal of a tooth that is badly decayed or has extensive periodontal disease will get rid of pain. Because many of these types of extractions require replacement of some kind, each instance of removal needs to be carefully considered by the dentist and patient. Extraction is not a reversible procedure.

Elective Extractions: Many times orthodontists request removal of teeth because there is not space in the jaw for the teeth to be properly aligned. Extractions are also often recommended for third molars (wisdom teeth) because of a lack of space and future problems with the remaining teeth because of the third molar position. In special instances, like periodontal problems, dentists recommend extraction of one tooth to protect a more valuable tooth.

Chatsworth Dental Group
21800 Devonshire Street Chatsworth, CA 91311 
818-709-1200