Teeth Extraction – Why It May Be Necessary?
1. If your tooth is damaged severely due to decay This usually happens when the tooth decay reaches the centre of the tooth which is the area known as the pulp. The bacteria that produce the decay can affect the pulp area and cause an infection. In cases like this, one may need to get a root canal procedure to treat the infection. However, if the infection is severe, then there is no other alternative but to get the tooth extracted to prevent the infection from spreading. 2. A fantastic alternative to treat periodontal disease Periodontal disease is a type of infection of the gums, periodontal ligaments, and other structures that surround the teeth. The earliest stage of periodontal disease is gingivitis, which causes an infection of the gums. This disease is caused by bacteria that are usually formed hours after eating without brushing. Regular brushing can prevent this. In certain cases, periodontal disease can result in the tooth getting loose. If this happens, tooth ext...