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
"I came to MOSA to have extractions, and bone grafts, and implants. I really like MOSA because the people are very friendly, they have great personalities, and make me feel that I’m very safe. Dr. Lewis is fabulous when it comes to making a patient feel comfortable. He’s enjoyable to talk to, he cares about his patients, and he wants to be sure that everything is done perfectly. I would highly recommend MOSA. I’ve had excellent service. I have come out of every treatment here with flying colors, and it’s been a good experience."
"Hi, my name is Angela. I live in Carmel, and I came to this office for an extraction and an implant. When I walked into this practice, I felt really welcomed. The staff at this office is really kind. The doctors here are very professional and friendly. I felt very well taken care of. They are all wonderful. The whole procedure went very well. My recovery went absolutely smoothly. I love my teeth. I love my implant. I would recommend MOSA Oral Surgery 100%. They are the best."
"I came to Dr. Lewis because I've been here before and I loved his work, and I felt very confident of him removing my tooth that I would be in great shape. I felt very comfortable. It was a very great atmosphere, service was great. My procedure went very well. Dr. Lewis is very nice and easy to work with. Everybody is so friendly and so accommodating. I feel great and I am pain free. I would definitely recommend Dr. Lewis to other patients. Come to see Dr. Lewis, you won’t be disappointed. "
"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. "
"I came to MOSA Oral Surgery for an extraction. I had a chip in my tooth and developed a deep cavity, so they had to extract my tooth. The staff was all very welcoming. I was nervous when I first came in, but they reassured me that everything was going to go fine. My procedure went really smoothly and wasn’t bothering me at all. It felt a lot better after they took my tooth out. It was a lot better than I was expecting. My recovery was really good. Dr. Lewis was super sweet. He made sure that I was comfortable. After the procedure, I feel great, and I have no pain whatsoever. I had a really great experience here, and I would definitely recommend Dr. Lewis to my friends if they need oral surgery."
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.