Why Do I Need a Tooth Extracted?:
Replacing failing or unsalvageable teeth with dental implants provides a lifelong transformation for your oral health, smile, and overall well-being. As the most advanced solution for tooth loss, implants seamlessly replicate natural tooth structure, offering superior functionality and aesthetics compared to traditional replacement options.
Drs. Gouldin, Carlos, and Gohel, our expert periodontists, prioritize preserving natural teeth whenever possible. However, when a tooth cannot be saved, our team performs gentle, precise extractions, ensuring a smooth transition to lasting dental implants for strength, stability, and confidence.
Bone Grafting Following Tooth Extractions
Like teeth, dental implants need healthy bone for support. Bone grafting is a routine procedure that sometimes is necessary to ensure a solid foundation for dental implants. If you require tooth extractions but are not yet ready to begin your dental implant procedure, Drs. Gouldin, Carlos and Gohel may perform a bone grafting procedure called ridge (socket) preservation.
With this treatment, our doctors add bone tissue samples directly to the tooth sockets left in the bone by tooth roots following tooth extractions. Socket preservation prevents the bone from collapsing in the extraction site, maintaining the structural integrity for the future placement of a dental implant.
A Minimally Invasive Approach to Extracting Teeth
We recognize that losing a tooth can be a difficult experience, often accompanied by anxiety and uncertainty. That’s why our caring team at both locations in Alexandria and Falls Church are committed to providing a compassionate, patient-centered approach to tooth extractions. With a gentle chairside manner, minimally invasive techniques, and sedation options, we ensure your comfort every step of the way.
Drs. Gouldin, Carlos, and Gohel bring years of expertise in performing extractions with precision and care. Utilizing advanced diagnostic imaging and refined surgical techniques, we protect surrounding bone, nerves, and tissues, promoting optimal healing. In many cases, we can extract a tooth and place a dental implant in the same visit, streamlining your treatment for maximum efficiency and convenience.
Our goal is to make your experience as stress-free and seamless as possible, ensuring you receive the exceptional care you deserve.
Common Reasons For Needing a Tooth Extracted
- Chronic tooth pain
- Severe tooth decay
- Advanced bone loss
- Tooth impaction
- Abscessed teeth
- Tooth fractures
- Irreparable wear or erosion
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