When extraction is the right call
- Teeth too damaged or decayed to restore
- Advanced gum disease with severe bone loss
- Impacted or problematic wisdom teeth
- Crowding, or preparation for dentures and implants
We always exhaust the tooth-saving options first — fillings, crowns, root canal therapy — and we'll show you exactly why extraction is or isn't necessary.
An oral surgeon on staff, not a referral
Most general practices refer surgical extractions and wisdom teeth to an outside specialist, which means a new office, a new doctor, and weeks of waiting. Our full-time oral and maxillofacial surgeon handles everything from simple extractions to impacted wisdom teeth in the same office you already know — with your records, X-rays, and follow-up care all in one place.
Planning what comes next
An extracted tooth should almost always be replaced to protect your bite and jawbone. Before we remove anything, we'll discuss your replacement options — implant, bridge, or denture — so there's a plan from day one. When an implant is the goal, we can often preserve the socket with grafting at the time of extraction.
Frequently asked questions
The area is fully numbed, so you'll feel pressure but not pain. Most patients manage recovery with over-the-counter pain relief for a few days.
Yes — our full-time oral and maxillofacial surgeon removes wisdom teeth in-house, including impacted cases, with sedation options available.
Simple extractions typically heal within a few days to a week; surgical extractions may take a bit longer. We'll give you clear aftercare instructions and check on your healing.