It may seem counter intuitive think about tooth extractions as a restorative dental procedure. Yet, in most cases, removing a severely damaged, infected, or compromised tooth can restore the overall healthy balance of the mouth. Several issues might necessitate tooth extraction, including:

• Severe damage due to advanced tooth decay or injury.
• Advanced periodontitis (gum disease) causes a tooth to become irreparably loosened from the socket.
• Patients with reduced immune function might need a tooth extracted to minimize the risk of infection.
• Some patients who will undergo orthodontic therapy in near future may have a tooth extracted to make room for the movement of remaining teeth.

Dr. Gina Liggio Maestri DDS understands that some of her patients might feel anxious or afraid of having a tooth extracted. To help her patients feel at ease with their course of treatment, Dr. Gina Liggio Maestri provides several gentle sedation options such as nitrous oxide and oral sedation.

Once you’ve had a tooth extracted, you need to discuss replacement options with Dr. Gina Liggio Maestri. Missing teeth can cause a range of serious oral health problems including the risk of developing TMD, tooth decay, and gum disease. Replacing that missing tooth will help maintain proper spacing along the dental arch and will improve the overall functionality and appearance of your smile. At Dr. Gina Liggio Maestri DDS, we can place high-quality dental prosthetics like bridgework, dental implants, and partial dentures.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Gina Liggio Maestri DDS, call our office at 337-704-2126. Our Lafayette dentist’s office proudly provides preventive, restorative, and sedation dentistry services to families and individuals in Lafayette, LA, the Acadiana region.