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 Dr. Lewis — to MOSA (Dr. Lewis was the doctor) — for an extraction, bone graft, and dental implant. The team was very experienced, very courteous, and they were well-prepared to help the doctor. Dr. Lewis is very good at what he does, and I was very pleased with his work. Everything went smoothly as far as I’m concerned. I would recommend Dr. Lewis for others that I know, and if I’m asked, I will give his name and the practice. "
"I came to see Dr. Lewis because my dentist said that the tooth was cracked, and I needed to have the tooth pulled, and he referred me to Dr. Lewis. You know, you start with having the tooth pulled. They do a scan to be sure that everything is okay, and then they start putting in the implant. Everyone in this staff has been extremely nice to me. They call you; they want to be sure you're okay. Everything was really nice. I was very impressed with the whole procedure. Dr. Lewis is extremely kind — makes you feel very encouraged, makes you feel like he knows what he's doing, everything's fine. I would recommend him. Every time I see him, I thank him for the work that he did for me."
"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."
"I came to Dr. Lewis about 20 years ago for an extraction and a tooth implant. I had my concerns about the procedure, but he explained it to me very thoroughly and gave me a good understanding of what he was going to do and pretty much settled my concerns about the procedure. At this point, I now have 11 implanted teeth, and Dr. Lewis did every one of them. You don't know that you have implants at all. They feel like absolutely natural teeth. I would recommend Dr. Lewis in a minute. He is so professional, so thorough, so caring. He makes sure that what he does is the best he can do."
"I’ve come to Dr. Lewis to have bone grafts, extractions, and dental implants. Dr. Lewis is the first person I went to, and I’ve liked him ever since. I’ve come four different times for four different procedures. The staff’s really nice. They always make you feel welcome, and Dr. Lewis always personally checks on you. I like him because he comes in and tells you exactly what you’re going to do, and what’s going to happen step by step. He always checks on me personally after each procedure. I would recommend Dr. Lewis. My experience with Dr. Lewis would be five stars. "
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.