How oral surgery from your dentist in Fort Lauderdale, FL, can help your smile
There are many reasons why you might need to have a tooth removed. You may need to have a tooth removed because of painful 
conditions, or you may need to have a tooth removed for reasons unrelated to pain. Here at Dr. David J. Erdman's office in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offers a wide range of dental services including tooth extractions, to help your smile.
Do you need a tooth extraction?
You may need to have a tooth extracted because of severe dental decay. Sometimes dental decay is so extensive that a tooth cannot be restored with a filling or a root canal. In cases of severe decay, sometimes it’s better for the overall health of your smile to just remove the tooth.
Tooth extractions may also be necessary if you have suffered trauma to your teeth, your face, or your jaws. If there is too much breakage or loss of tooth structure, it may be better for your smile to have teeth removed and consider dental implants, bridges, or dental appliances. Sometimes tooth replacements can give you better chewing and biting function. Tooth replacement can make your smile more visually appealing too.
There are several non-painful reasons why you might need to have a tooth extracted, as well. One of the most common of these reasons is to remove wisdom teeth. Most people don’t have room in their jaws for a third set of molars, i.e. the wisdom teeth. This is because wisdom teeth can cause crowding, and are difficult to keep clean, which can lead to both dental decay and periodontal disease. Wisdom teeth should be extracted when you are between the ages of 18 and 22.
Orthodontic treatment is another reason to remove teeth. Tooth extraction for orthodontic treatment can reduce the amount of time required to straighten your teeth, and give you a better result. Your dentist or orthodontist will discuss whether tooth removal is required for your orthodontic treatment.
Concerned? Give us a call
There are many cases where tooth extraction can help your smile. To learn more about tooth extraction and our other services, call our Fort Lauderdale office today at (954) 564-1605 to set up an appointment with your dentist.