Can my tooth be saved? Your gentle dentist in Langley, Brookswood, BC, explains when extraction is necessary.

Patients in Brookswood, BC, and surrounding areas enjoys new teeth that look, feel, and function just like healthy natural teeth. But, as great as today’s restorations and tooth replacement options may be, a natural tooth that is healthy still reigns supreme over advanced “artificial” tooth structure and prosthetics. For this reason, Smile365 Dental in Langley works closely with you and your family to prevent the need for restorations or tooth replacement. If teeth cannot be “saved” with root canal therapy or other interventions, Dr. Harpreet Aulakh is your dentist for gentle, precision tooth extraction.
Why do you extract teeth?
Normally, extractions are a “last resort” procedure; however, this process may be the only way to ease pain, restore oral health, and regain comfortable function. Not all badly decayed or severely damaged teeth may be candidates for nonsurgical root canal treatment. Likewise, removing the damaged tooth may be your only option if the root canal treatment and other surgical endodontic treatments fail. Additionally, impacted wisdom teeth may need to be removed, too.
What are impacted wisdom teeth?
Wisdom teeth are the final molars that develop at the very back of our mouths. By the time they surface through our gums (in our teens and young adulthood), the rest of the teeth and oral structures are already well-developed. So, these molars have no room to erupt properly. What frequently happens is that they become impacted or trapped underneath the gums. Teeth may either be fully or partly impacted. Intense pressure and impact arise when the impacted teeth push up against the soft tissues. These teeth can also damage surrounding teeth and oral structures.
Does tooth removal hurt?
The short answer is, “No.” Modern dentists have many advanced techniques, products, and approaches to ensure comfort before, during, and after the procedure. We are happy to discuss things like anaesthetic and sedative options with you before treatment. It is also important to know that extractions are a common, straightforward process. If the tooth is intact and visible above the gum line, Dr. Aulakh may be able to perform a “simple” extraction. The tooth is loosened and lifted from its socket.
A surgical extraction involves accessing a broken or impacted tooth, for instance, through small incisions. Thanks to our techniques and medications, you may only feel a slight pressure as the tooth is accessed and removed. Dr. Aulakh employs considerable precision and a gentle hand to facilitate the most pleasant dental experience possible. Precision planning with sophisticated diagnostics beforehand supports an uneventful treatment process.
We encourage you to contact us before pain arises. Even a badly infected tooth can be saved. Additionally, regularly monitoring tooth development results in detection and intervention that prevents symptoms such as debilitating pain. Contact us today at (604) 409-8660 to schedule your evaluation