Extractions
We know the thought of losing a tooth can feel overwhelming, but at Ladue Family Dental, your comfort, health, and smile are always our top priorities. That’s why we see extractions as a last resort, only recommending it when it’s truly the best path to relieve pain and protect your overall dental health.
When an extraction becomes necessary, we’re here to guide you with compassion and gentle care every step of the way. Serving Ladue, Frontenac, Clayton, and Town and Country, we’re committed to helping you move forward toward healing, comfort, and a future full of confident smiles.
Why Do You Need a Tooth Extraction?
Sometimes, particular dental issues make tooth extraction unavoidable. Here are some of the most common reasons we may need to remove one or more of your teeth:
- Severe decay or infection — If you have a tooth that is severely decayed or infected and cannot be restored with a dental filling or crown, we may recommend extraction to keep the infection from spreading to your other teeth and surrounding tissues.
- Advanced gum disease — If your gum disease goes untreated for a long time, it can result in tooth loss. This happens when the infection in your gums spreads to and damages the bone and soft tissues that hold your teeth in place.
- Orthodontic treatment — If your teeth are overcrowded or severely misaligned, removing one or more teeth creates the space needed to achieve proper alignment. In these cases, we’ll recommend a dental extraction.
- Wisdom teeth — If your wisdom teeth are impacted or crowding your other teeth, it can cause dental problems later on. We remove wisdom teeth for preventive purposes and when they are causing discomfort.
We understand the thought of a tooth extraction can cause anxiety and stress, but our experienced dental team will do everything they can to keep you comfortable and relaxed.