Tooth extractions are sometimes a part of orthodontic treatment, and here are 4 common reasons why they may be necessary!
Hearing that you’re going to need to have one or more of your teeth pulled is never the type of news that orthodontic patients want to hear, but although this seems scary, it’s important to know that not getting a tooth or teeth extracted when it’s needed could actually end up leading to the potential for even more concerns!
In an absolutely perfect world, orthodontic patients would obtain Dr. Karpac’s orthodontic treatment at a pretty early age in order to properly avoid serious orthodontic issues from possibly developing. Prevention is always the best strategy when it comes to your oral health, but of course the reality is that prevention isn’t always a viable option for many people!
On this page we’re going to delve into 4 scenarios in which tooth extractions become absolutely necessary, and this is typically because extracting a tooth or teeth is by far the lesser of two evils!
When A Tooth Extraction Is A Patient’s Preferable Alternative
Although it sounds kind of crazy to think that a tooth extraction is your preferable option for your oral health and orthodontic treatment, it’s true that there are certain scenarios that make this your better option. The following common situations are when an orthodontic patient should consider getting a tooth or teeth extracted:
Crowding
Some people think that humans have some kind of innate ability to ensure the safe growth of our teeth, and this is true for some, but for many our bodies simply make developmental miscues that result in things like teeth crowding.
Crowding is the result of some of your teeth developing much larger than the bone they can fit on, and this is based upon the unique shape and contours of every individual’s bone and teeth. This can mean that teeth could come in at obscure angles, and any situation like this can develop a crowded mouth.
It’s absolutely critical to understand how crowding can very often result in a severe amount of discomfort if it’s left unaddressed. This is partly because crowded teeth can consistently grind together and prevent other teeth from properly erupting. The gradual process of crowding can lead to persistent pain that no one should have to live with, which is why tooth extraction can sometimes be a necessary treatment measure to help a patient’s teeth regain the ability to adjust themselves in a safe, healthy way.
Infection
Many people are familiar with root canal treatments, and what this basically entails is drilling through a tooth in order to adjust and heal the insides of a tooth’s root. Root canal treatments are generally utilized when it comes to helping patients with serious infections.
Most people think of external injuries like scrapes and cuts when it comes to infections, but the truth is that some of the very worst possible infections occur within our teeth. This is because tooth infections can directly lead into our bloodstream, which can then result in detrimental effects throughout the entire body!
Although antibiotics are a common treatment for tooth infections, there are instances in which very serious infections will not be alleviated via antibiotics. If you are experiencing a serious tooth infection, you’ll need to see your dentist. Your dentist and Dr. Karpac will consult each other on the best options for you especially if it involves part of your orthodontic treatment.
Tooth Damage
There are countless accidents that may occur that lead to tooth damage, and sometimes it just takes a hard fall or a serious impact to result in irreparable damage that makes keeping a tooth much more harmful as opposed to an extraction.
Of course this type of realization is not an easy pill to swallow by any means, but usually in this situation you’ve already severely cracked or lost a significant part of your tooth prior to reaching out to us. Although extracting a damaged tooth may sound rather painful, there are far more serious repercussions associated with leaving a damaged tooth in your mouth.
Some of these risks include infections and of course potentially rough edges that can injure your cheek or tongue on a jagged tooth. In these types of situations where you’ve experienced severe tooth damage, it’s possible that your best option may be to have the tooth be extracted.
Severe Pain
Although going through severe pain may seem like a pretty obvious symptom of a tooth extraction, it’s of course pretty difficult for someone to come to terms with needing this type of procedure!
It’s common for denial to sink in when people are going through these types of rather serious situations, but it’s important to realize that severe tooth pain can result from a variety of rather dangerous sources like infections.
Pretty much everyone is apprehensive when it comes to the actual removal of anything from our bodies, which is why it’s so important to speak to your dentist and specialists like Dr. Karpac who can always go over the possible consequences of leaving a compromised tooth in your mouth.
Once you have all of the right information in front of you, making the right decision about a tooth extraction will surely come to you.
Preventing A Tooth Extraction
It’s inevitable that we’ll never live in that perfect world where everyone gets preventative orthodontic treatment prior to serious oral issues arising, but in today’s world there are still many ways in which we can all go about protecting our oral health and bodies.
When it comes to our teeth, this means reaching out to expert orthodontists like Dr. Karpac prior to serious issues arising. Line-M-Up™ is a great treatment process that can help patients of any ages when it comes to keeping teeth straight and protecting them from potential damages, and we’re more than confident that we’ll be able to set you or your loved one up within a treatment process that will always lead to a happier, healthier mouth.
But of course prevention methods of all types can never fully leave you immune to the potentials of a tooth extraction, and it’s important to keep an eye out for any warning signs that may indicate a serious infection or any need for extraction.
Reach Out To Dr. Karpac To Learn More About Our Treatment Options And Prevention Methods That Keep Our Patients Safe Of Serious Issues Like Tooth Extractions!
It’s always important to make absolutely sure that you or your child’s oral health is developing in healthy ways.
Dr. Karpac and our dedicated team are here for you and your loved ones when it comes to preventative treatment and implementing effective orthodontic treatment strategies that will always undoubtedly go a long way when it comes correcting smiles and developing oral health towards a sustainable future.
So reach out to us online or call us at 614-766-0330 (Dublin office) or 614-471-6355 (Gahanna office) to get in touch with our team and schedule a free consultation!