Extraction of Teeth
Extraction of a tooth may be required for a variety of reasons. Some of these reasons include:
- Dental decay
- Impacted teeth
- Pain
- Gum disease
- Infection
- Fractured or broken teeth
These conditions are usually first evaluated by your general dentist. After the dental exam is complete, a recommendation for extraction is sometimes made.
Tooth removal can significantly vary in level of difficulty, as well as in stress/anxiety levels for each patient. We recommend you visit the Anesthesia tab of this website. This will allow you to read about the multiple options to make you comfortable for this procedure.
When tooth removal is required, it is important to consider what will be done with the empty space. Missing teeth frequently lead to other problems. Without a balanced bite, empty spaces will lead to:
- deterioration of the jaw bone
- shifting of other teeth
- may place additional bite forces on other teeth
These factors progress to gum disease, tilting of teeth, and tooth fracture, often necessitating additional extractions. For these reasons, many patients anecdotally feel that once “one tooth goes bad, the others tend to follow.”
There are many options for replacing missing teeth. Your doctor is always open to a conversation explaining these options. We recommend a thoughtfully laid out treatment plan prior to extraction.
If you would like to replace the tooth with an implant, an appropriate volume and strength of bone is needed. Your doctor will discuss these options with you at the time of your tooth extraction. For some extraction procedures, a minor, adjunct bone grafting procedure will be recommended to improve the success of tooth replacement.
Please view the bone grafting and socket preservation portions of this website for further details.
Dietrich & Associates
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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Could not be more pleased with the care I received and would highly recommend this group.
- Christy S
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I have high anxiety and PTSD from prior dental procedures plus am still dealing with long Covid symptoms. Dr Beushausen and the entire staff went above and beyond to explain all aspects of the procedure, answer all of my questions and calm my fears. I was treated with respect and kindness every step of the way. The procedure was painless. I highly recommend this practice, especially to anyone dealing with prior traumas and anxiety.
- Laura Z
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I was incredibly nervous for my consultation, but the doctor and staff made me feel very comfortable and relaxed.
- Hayley B
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I had some pain and went to my dentist. he said i broke my tooth in half and it needed extracted right away. Dr. Carpenter took me in right away and performed the procedure. The staff that helped was very polite and professional. The Dr. continued to make sure I was as comfortable as possible and asked me several times while pulling the tooth. I was very happy with the procedure and all the people there. Thanks again for the super job and kindness
- JOHN S
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Complete care and compassion. Very professional. The work was quickly and efficiently done. Would absolutely return if I needed to in the future for any problems.
- Dudley W
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I really appreciate the great experience I had at Dr. Dietrich. Everyone there was very professional, courteous and kind. Wonderful job, I'm very satisfied with the care I received, I highly recommend.
- David B
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Amazing staff
- Sharon C
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The best there is!! Dr. Dietrich and his staff are outstanding. Extremely knowledgeable, professional and kind. They take the time to explain procedures and answer all questions. Highly recommended. Would never go anywhere else.
- Michael G
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I would recommend this Dr. and facility to ANYONE..Especially someone with a fear of the dentist- like I USE to have
- Dora G
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In short, this practice is awesome, and from the get-go. I had a tooth that had been increasing in pain and got to be nearly unbearable. I ended up at a dentist who sent me to an endodontist who found the tooth cracked and thus was unable to do a root canal, so said I needed to see an oral surgeon and referred me to Dietrich & Associates. This was all around the July 4th holiday and they weren't able to get me in for another week when the endodontist scheduled with them for me. Since this had been going on for a while, I was in extreme non-stop pain at this point so I called and explained what was going on to Abbey at Dietrich & Associates. Abbey was my initial contact, took the time to show care and compassion (which was unusual in my experience) and said she would talk directly to both doctors on my behalf to see what could be done. Much to my surprise Abbey called back hours later and said they found a way to get me in the next day! I was so joyful I was nearly in tears - not only that I saw the end in sight, BUT that Abbey and obviously Dr. Dietrich and Dr. Beushausen seemed to really care and understand my situation. I went in and Dr. Beushausen was able to remove the offending tooth and prep it for a permanent implant. Dr. Beushausen took his time to explain absolutely everything they were going to do (I was also being put to sleep for it), he let me ask questions and did NOT rush me at all. All the other assistants were also very good with me. Bottom line is every single person at Dietrich & Associates gave me confidence and made me feel very comfortable. This practice is the only oral surgery practice you should be considering. Period.
- Bruce H
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I would come back in a heartbeat to Dr. Dietrich. He pulled my tooth and it was out before I knew it. No pain. I would recommend him to anyone.
- Larry J
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Dr. Cain is a great dentist & when she saw my problem was beyond her she made a call to Dr Dietrich & got me into see him the next day. She prepared X-ray & referral for me to ale & Dr. Deitrich's office faxed Dr Cain all the paperwork they needed me to have prepared. I've had a lot of expierance w/Dr's & this does not occur very often. Thank you so much. I feel better already!
- Belinda M
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I would definitely highly recommend Dr Dietrich To family and friends. My tooth extraction went very well with no complications. He and his staff made me feel comfortable and at ease. The office is also very clean and bright.
- Linda G
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My son was nervous about his appointment/procedure. Dr. Dietrich and his staff put him at ease immediately. Everything went so smooth. My son couldn’t believe it was over as soon as it was. He was surprised and said “wow it didn’t hurt at all.”
- Katie M
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Dr. Dietrich is AWESOME!! Thank you!
- Suzanne M
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Doc and staff were awesome! Great with kids!!!!
- Brian K
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We have known Dr. Tom for 8 years. He is nothing but professional! When my daughter needed some teeth removed, we knew immediately we would go to Dr. Tom! He made my daughter feel very comfortable & even made jokes with her. She wasn’t nervous at all!! The staff was great, the new updated office is very nice! If anyone in my family ever needs anything done or fixed we won’t go to anyone but Dr. Tom!
- Nicole R