Alleviate Discomfort & Improve Oral Health
If a tooth cannot be saved by other conventional means, it may need to be extracted to preserve the health of the remaining teeth and protect your oral health.
When Is Tooth Extraction Necessary?
When a tooth is broken or damaged due to decay or other causes, it can sometimes be fixed with a filling, a root canal, or a crown. However, if there is too much damage for one of these fixes to work, it is time to have the damaged tooth removed. Common reasons for general tooth extraction include:
- Infection caused when tooth decay or damage enters the center of the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels
- Increased risk of infection because your immune system has been compromised (e.g., chemotherapy or organ transplants)
- Teeth crowding when baby teeth don’t fall out in time for adult teeth to grow in
- Extra teeth that prevent normal teeth from properly growing
- Preparing the mouth for orthodontia
- Tooth loosening caused by an infection of the tissue surrounding the teeth, also called periodontal disease
Before your procedure, your oral surgeon will perform a complete oral exam and evaluation. This includes taking X-rays and 3D scans of the area and discussing your treatment. This is also a great time to ask any questions that you may have. We are here to help!
Tooth Extraction Procedure
The tooth extraction process begins with a consultation with one of our experienced surgeons. During this consultation, your oral health will be thoroughly examined, and appropriate anesthesia options will be discussed. For simple extractions, local anesthesia is typically sufficient. However, complex cases or patients with dental anxiety may require IV sedation for a more comfortable experience.
Once the anesthesia takes effect, your surgeon will carefully remove the tooth. Our team is skilled in performing extractions with minimal trauma to the surrounding tissues. After the extraction, the area will be cleaned.
Types of Anesthesia
We offer many forms of anesthesia to make you feel comfortable, including:
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
"Hi, my name is Matt, I’m from San Francisco, I came to 7x7 to get some wisdom teeth extracted and a few extra extractions. When I first walked in, the doctors here at 7x7 were really personable and extremely professional. They were able to give me advice on how I should proceed with my specific case. My procedure was successful and I feel a lot better than I was before. I had a great experience here at 7x7, and I would definitely recommend it to any family and friends here in San Francisco."
"Hi, my name is Rosemary. I’m from San Francisco, and I came to 7x7 to have several tooth extractions. When I first came to the office, I immediately felt the warmth of the office staff. They went the extra mile to put me at ease and to explain all the procedures to me. Dr. Duncan was warm, professional, and caring. The procedure was successful. Dr. Duncan was very kind and gave me a call to check to see how I was doing. I had a great experience here. I would recommend 7x7 to all my friends and family."
"When I first walked in, I felt very welcomed by the entire team. They made me feel immediately, you know, comfortable and in good hands. My doctor was great. He went through the entire procedure with me, had me watch a little film, and answered any question I had. He made me feel much more prepared for my surgery. My procedure went really well. My doctor even called me a couple hours after my procedure just to check on me, make sure I was comfortable and everything was going okay. To have a beautiful and healthy smile is awesome. I would highly recommend 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery to all of my friends. This practice definitely makes you feel cared for."
"My first experience with Dr. Robert’s office and the staff was very welcoming. They greeted me and even opened the door for me. During the consultation with Dr. Robert, first, he took the time during the consultation to explain to me about the procedure, went over my options. He was very helpful, very gentle, calming, and very skillful. This practice is just like family. I highly recommend 7x7 Dental Implant and Oral Surgery."
"Hi, my name is Saul, from San Francisco, and I came to 7x7 for implants and extractions. When I first walked into the office, it was a very pleasant experience. Everyone was friendly, very helpful, and professional. I found that Dr. Duncan was extremely helpful. He explained everything; he made it pretty easy to understand, told me everything he was going to do. I’m really happy with my implants, they feel just like natural teeth. For my friends in South San Francisco and Daly City, I highly recommend the doctors at 7x7."
Where the Bay Area Finds Better Smiles
For over 40 years, 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Specialists has helped San Francisco find healthier and more beautiful smiles. We are proud to serve Bay Area patients with exceptional oral surgery services delivered with compassionate care. With four practice locations, we are able to bring our expertise to the entire city. To learn more about how we can help you achieve your oral health goals, contact our office to schedule a consultation. We look forward to welcoming you soon!