Treatments > Dental Implants > Additional Surgeries > Extraction
Tooth extraction is necessary when a tooth is severely damaged, decayed, or infected, and there is no chance for long-term restoration. Before dental implants, extractions are often performed to remove problematic teeth and prepare the site for implant placement. The procedure is done under local anesthesia to ensure comfort, and aftercare is provided to promote healing. This step helps create an ideal environment for a successful dental implant.
After a tooth extraction, if there is enough healthy bone and no signs of infection, an immediate implant can be placed during the same appointment. This option helps preserve the bone and reduces overall treatment time. However, if there isn't sufficient bone or if the area needs time to heal due to infection or other concerns, we wait for 2 to 6 months before placing the implant. This healing period ensures a stable foundation, improving long-term success.
Extracting infected or severely decayed teeth eliminates the source of infection, protecting surrounding teeth and gum tissue from further damage.
Extraction clears the way for implant placement by removing problematic teeth and creating a clean, healthy site for the new implant.
In many cases, a dental implant can be placed immediately after extraction during the same appointment, reducing overall treatment time.
Modern extraction techniques are minimally invasive, resulting in faster healing times and less post-operative discomfort for patients.
Timely extraction followed by implant placement helps preserve the jawbone, preventing the bone resorption that occurs when teeth are missing.
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