Alleviate Discomfort & Improve Oral Health
It is essential to have healthy teeth to speak properly, adequately chew food, and smile with confidence. Sometimes a tooth can be restored to its original function through crowns, root canals, or fillings, but if the damage to the tooth is too severe, the patient may be referred to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon to have the tooth (or multiple teeth) removed from the mouth.
At MOSA Oral Maxillofacial & Dental Implant Surgery, we work hard to consider every option for saving a natural tooth before recommending a tooth extraction. Dr. Michael Lewis, Dr. Ryan Lloyd, and Dr. Andre LaMothe see patients of all ages for tooth extraction procedures at our offices in Monterey, Salinas, and Santa Cruz, CA. We understand missing teeth can have a severe impact on a patient’s oral health, function, and smile, and offer a wide variety of restorative techniques following tooth extraction, such as placing a dental implant.
Why Does My Tooth Need to be Extracted?
Many reasons cause a tooth to require extraction, including those listed below.
Infection or Decay: If a tooth is decaying or infected and is left untreated, an extraction may be necessary. By addressing this tooth early, patients can ensure the health of their surrounding teeth.
Dental Crowding: Some teeth that appear healthy still require removal because the patient’s mouth is too small for all the teeth to fit in the jaw. This lack of space can lead to crooked teeth, gum disease, and jaw pain.
Dental Trauma: Teeth can easily be fractured or broken due to an accident or injury. If the tooth is damaged beyond repair, an extraction may be required.
Loose Teeth From Gum Disease: Periodontal or gum disease can cause teeth to become loose or infected. When this occurs, extraction may be necessary to restore the health of the gums and surrounding teeth.
We will perform a thorough oral examination to determine if tooth removal is necessary. Sometimes, this requires 3D scanning to assess the tooth’s relationship with other important structures in the mouth, such as the nerve in the lower jaw and other surrounding healthy teeth.
Tooth Restoration
Teeth play a vital role in the overall health of the mouth, and it is important to explore options for tooth restoration following removal. Our oral surgeons are experts in restoring teeth with dental implants and can provide patients with a variety of replacement options. In some cases, the desired restoration can be placed at the same time the tooth is removed, allowing patients to never go without their tooth.
Hear From Tooth Extraction Patients
These patients can tell you about their firsthand experience undergoing tooth extraction at our office.
Reviews From Our Tooth Extraction Patients
"Hi, my name is Jennifer and I live in Carmel and I came to see Dr. Lloyd for an extraction. When I walked in the door, everybody greeted me by my first name and they made me feel right at ease. Dr. Lloyd explained exactly what they were going to do and made a great treatment plan that I was comfortable with and immediately I felt good about being a patient here. This was a good experience and now that I've undergone the extraction, I feel really comfortable coming in for the restoration work. I absolutely recommend MOSA for oral care. "
"Lisa Marie: Well, about a year and a half ago, we knew that Viviana was going to need some teeth removed, and we were referred her to take the final step and have the extraction done. They talked us through everything; they didn't mind me asking them questions two or three times, and they were just very gentle and very reassuring, and they work really well as a team together. Dr. Lewis was very informative, very gentle and kind; he was terrific. I'm surprised at how quickly he came out from the room to brief me and my husband, so we were never left hanging or waiting for a long time sitting by ourselves. It was good. It's looking good; she's healing up really fast, and we'll come back in just a few more days to have the next check, but she's doing great. Viviana: I like Dr. Lewis."
"I came to MOSA for dental implants and extractions. My procedure overall went very well. My experience with the team at MOSA was top-notch. Dr. Lewis was very interactive and very personable. I’m happy—very content. My experience at MOSA, on a scale between one to five, is definitely a five. If I needed to come back for any procedure whatsoever requiring an oral surgeon, without fail, I would come back to MOSA. I had a great experience here, and I would recommend it to anyone in the Monterey area. "
"I came to Dr. Lewis — I was a referral from my regular doctor. I had an extraction. I also had a dental implant put in and a sinus lift. They were very professional. I just felt like it was the place I needed to be for what was going to be done in my mouth. They made me feel comfortable. They were friendly. The doctor, Dr. Lewis, is great. I swear, I wouldn’t have even known I had surgery — it was just amazing. I would definitely recommend MOSA Oral Surgery because I feel like the experience is going to be as positive as the one that I’ve had."
"Hi, my name is Bob. I live in Salinas. I have two extractions and implants put in. One of the things I'd like to notice right away is the friendliness of their staff and they're very helpful. Dr. LaMothe, I'm very impressed with him. You can tell he's really concerned about you. You can ask him a lot of specific questions and he'll always give you a good answer. Procedures went real well. My recovery was fine. Feels good, you know, to be able to smile and show all of your teeth. It's been a good experience. Everything works out. They're easy to work with. I would, uh, highly recommend MOSA. Not just because the surgery goes so well, but the follow up is really good. I really enjoy coming here."
The Central Coast’s Premier Oral Surgery Practice
MOSA Oral Maxillofacial & Dental Implant Surgery proudly serves Monterey, Salinas, Santa Cruz, and the surrounding communities by providing quality oral surgery services that can change lives. Whether you need a simple extraction or a complex procedure, we are ready to help you achieve the smile of your dreams. We invite you to take the first step toward enhanced oral health and contact our office to schedule a consultation today.