It’s true that a healthy smile is essential for great overall health. Sometimes, tooth extractions become necessary to stop the spread of disease or eliminate the source of painful infections. If you find yourself in need of a tooth extraction in Atlanta, GA, look no further than Upper West Midtown Dentistry. Led by the compassionate and highly skilled dentists, Dr. Praylo and Dr. Vaughn, our esteemed practice is dedicated to providing gentle and exceptional dental care for all ages.
When cavities have progressed to an advanced stage, causing substantial damage to the tooth, there may not be enough tooth structure to support a crown or filling. Extracting the tooth may be necessary to prevent further infection (such as abscesses) and protect the surrounding teeth from the spread of decay.
Periodontal disease, if left untreated, can result in the loss of supporting gum tissues and bone around your teeth. In advanced cases, teeth will become mobile and eventually fall out. Extracting severely-infected teeth can help stop the spread of periodontitis and jump-start your smile restoration process.
Wisdom teeth, or third molars, often lack the space to erupt properly. This can cause them to become infected, cause pain, and potentially damage the adjacent teeth. Removing impacted wisdom teeth helps protect the healthy teeth adjacent to them.
In cases of severe traumatic injuries, such as a broken or fractured tooth, extraction may be necessary if the tooth cannot be restored through more conventional methods.
If you need a dental extraction, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Praylo or Dr. Vaughn at Upper West Midtown Dentistry. Our office can offer a private in-house membership program.
