Description

A tooth is too badly damaged from trauma or decay to be repaired. The advanced infection has damaged a large portion of a tooth and surrounding bone tissue. A wisdom tooth needs to be removed when it causes problems. The wisdom tooth usually causes tooth decay since it becomes a magnet for bacteria. The tooth is poorly positioned in the mouth (e.g. where teeth are crowded). A tooth cannot break through the gum (erupt) as there is no room for it in your mouth. Sometimes where a tooth is badly broken down, a simple means of extraction is not possible. The remaining root structure can sometimes also cause discomfort. If this is indicated, a “surgical extraction” can be performed.