Tooth Extractions – West Lake Hills, TX
Get Safe, Effective and Comfortable Tooth Removal
There’s nothing more important to us than helping you protect and maintain your natural teeth. It’s precisely why we consider tooth removal to be a last resort, not a first option. With that said, there are some instances where teeth may need to be removed if the rest of your smile becomes at risk. At Westlake Hills Dental Arts, we remain fully dedicated to providing you with gentle and safe services for tooth extractions in our West Lake Hills, TX dental office that are safe and effective at protecting your oral health.
Why Choose Westlake Hills Dental Arts for Tooth Extractions?
- Multiple Tooth Replacement Options
- Friendly, Accommodating Dental Team
- Dentist Holds Over a Decade of Experience
Common Reasons for Tooth Extractions
We do not perform tooth extractions often, but there are actually many reasons why one may need to be completed. We will likely perform one if:
- A tooth is severely damaged by injury
- Severe tooth decay has made the tooth unsalvageable
- Gum disease has damaged the bone tissue, resulting in loosened teeth
- Space needs to be made for orthodontic treatment
- We intend to replace it with a bridge or dental implant
How Tooth
Extractions Work
A tooth extraction is a generally straightforward procedure. When the tooth is easily visible, we’ll begin by applying local anesthetic to the treatment area (as well as providing sedation if requested) to ensure you are as comfortable as possible. Then, we gently rock the tooth back and forth so it can be carefully removed. We’ll then ask you to bite down onto a gauze pad to help a clot form in the extraction site.