It goes without saying that the foundation for a healthy smile begins in childhood, and the earlier you start on it, the better off your smile will be. Indeed, our grins are constantly fending off the threat of oral infection, bacteria, germs, and more, and unfortunately, we do not have near about as many natural defenses. As such, we must take strides to do our part and help fend off these threats. Even still, sometimes infections spread faster than we anticipate, and before we know it, we are in need of an extraction. In today’s blog, your Conroe, TX dentist explains how extraction can benefit some situations and how we can help.

When Teeth Develop Incorrectly

By now you are likely familiar with the tooth development process. Your first structure typically arrives prior to your first birthday, you lose baby teeth as your permanent teeth come in, and your wisdom teeth arrive last. In many situations, however, your teeth may fail to erupt, erupt partially, or erupt at an angle. Each of these situations can lead to a few different complications, and as such, your dentist recommends timely treatment.

Although nobody’s first choice is to have a permanent tooth removed, keep in mind that your wisdom teeth are not ordinary structures. In fact, they are the only ones that are considered unnecessary for proper bite and function. What’s more? Incorrect structure development can actually cause more damage to your smile than it helps. For instances such as these, your dentist may recommend removal to better protect your overall health. Contact our team today to learn more about this process and how we can help.

A Threat to Surrounding Teeth

Another instance in which it may be necessary to have a tooth removed is if the structure is a threat to surrounding teeth. You see, teeth that house a particular infection are in close proximity to neighboring teeth, and just because your tooth is compromised, that does not mean the infection goes away. Instead, it can spread to your neighboring teeth, causing damage to your structures and resulting in major issues with oral function.

In order to mitigate a major problem, sometimes we have to make a sacrifice. This may include losing a tooth to save the lot. For more information about removing a tooth to save the rest of your smile, contact our team today.

It is Beyond Saving

A final reason extraction may be an option is when tooth decay settles in and wreaks havoc on your smile. Indeed, oral bacteria produce acid that destroys your dental enamel, creating a passageway for these microorganisms to enter your tooth. Over time, they will cause damage to your nerves and tissues, and before you know it, your tooth is compromised beyond saving.

Learn More Today

Contact The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, TX by calling 936-441-4600 to schedule your next appointment with our team and learn more about caring for your teeth today.