When removing a tooth, whether it is due to dental trauma, an abscess, or periodontitis, it is important to consider what will be done with the empty space after that tooth is removed. Wisdom teeth are in the back of the mouth, so that site has the ability to heal on its own with no complications. However, if it is necessary for one of our doctors at Alta Loma Dental Care to remove another tooth, plans must be made and this is where extraction site preservation comes into play.
If a tooth is removed and nothing is done with the extraction site, the jaw bone will degenerate and change shape during healing causing the teeth to shift. This can create problems in your bite that can affect the ability to speak and chew. Just imagine chewing food with no teeth and how uncomfortable that would feel. Options for filling the space include dental implants and bridges. What you choose to do with your extraction site is your choice, and our doctors are always open to a conversation on what to do with your extraction site before removing a tooth.
If you’ve recently had teeth extracted and have questions about the site preservation process, give us a call. To learn about services we provide at our practice, visit www.altalomadentalcare.com for more information. To schedule an appointment in our Alta Loma, CA office, call Alta Loma Dental Care at 909-987-6268.
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