Tooth Extractions in Huntsville, AL
As dentists, our job is to preserve and maintain your teeth so they provide years of comfortable use. So the decision to remove a tooth is not one we ever take lightly.
If Dr. Brian Cook recommends tooth extraction at our Huntsville dental office, rest assured that it's the only option left to preserve your oral health. If this ever becomes the case, we will tell you and show you why we recommend extraction and how it will benefit you.
The Goal of Tooth Extraction
It’s essential to preserve the structure of your tooth for as long as possible. Services like tooth fillings and dental crowns are of value because they protect a decayed or broken tooth. But if damage to a tooth becomes too extensive for either of these to work, Dr. Cook would likely recommend removing it.
There are several circumstances where we may recommend tooth extraction:
- A decayed or damaged tooth is too compromised to be restored with a filling or crown
- Advanced gum disease has loosened teeth, and we need to remove them
- You’re getting dentures, and we need to remove one or more teeth for the best results
- Your wisdom teeth are impacted or are crowding other teeth
- Your child is getting braces, and extracting some teeth will improve the process
Our dental care team wants you to feel informed every time you make a decision about your dental care. Dr. Cook uses technology like digital x-rays and intraoral cameras that help you visualize what the problem is and understand the need for treatment.
Dr. Cook has a reputation for being a kind and gentle dentist in Huntsville, so most of our patients don’t need any help to relax. Your mouth will be numb for the procedure, so you don’t have to worry about any pain.
