Tooth Extractions in Greenwood, IN

Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the jawbone. Simple extractions address visible teeth with straightforward root shapes. Surgical extractions handle teeth that are broken at the gum line, impacted, or have curved or fused roots. Both types use local anesthesia for comfort, and sedation is available when anxiety or complexity warrants it.

• Severe decay that has destroyed too much tooth structure for a filling or crown.
• Advanced gum disease with bone loss that leaves a tooth loose.
• A cracked or fractured tooth that cannot be repaired.
• Crowding that must be resolved before orthodontic treatment.
• An infected tooth when root canal therapy is not viable.
• Impacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth causing pain or infection.

• Stops pain from an irreparable tooth quickly.
• Prevents infection from spreading to neighboring teeth or bone.
• Opens space for orthodontic alignment or prosthetic replacement.
• Removes a source of chronic inflammation that can affect general health.
• Sets the stage for implant, bridge, or denture placement when planned promptly.

Before the procedure, the dentist reviews your X-rays and explains the plan. Local anesthesia numbs the area completely. The tooth is gently loosened and removed, and the socket is cleaned. You receive clear aftercare instructions—including diet, rest, and pain management—before heading home. A follow-up visit confirms healing is progressing well.