Tooth Extractions

Our dentists may recommend an extraction if your tooth has sustained too much damage for it to be successfully restored. If this is the case for you, Dr. James M. Skaalen, DDS, will remove your tooth as gently as possible and provide instructions to help you heal and recover. We will then be able to find the right type of tooth replacement for your smile. Call 1st American Dental today at 480-687-2266 to schedule your appointment and learn more about tooth extractions in Tempe, Arizona.

Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth. While we strive to avoid the need to remove a tooth whenever possible, certain conditions may make tooth extraction the most effective option for returning your smile to good health and function. Following the tooth extraction, we are happy to provide you with one of our excellent tooth replacement treatments to restore your smile to optimal health, beauty and function.

Several conditions may necessitate tooth extraction. Among these are:

• Severe infection that has destroyed a significant portion of the tooth and supporting bone structure
• Serious decay that has damaged a tooth beyond repair, making a successful restoration impossible
• Crowding caused by too many teeth to properly fit in the mouth

Our dentists and team use great care and skill when performing a tooth extraction to ensure that your experience is as comfortable and painless as possible. We will also provide you with detailed post-treatment care instructions so that you can properly take care of your smile as it heals. For more information on tooth extraction and to schedule your personalized consultation at our friendly dental office, we invite you to call or visit us today. We are committed to improving your smile!