Extractions
You and Dr. Hoffman may determine that you need a tooth extraction for any number of reasons. Some teeth are extracted because they are severely decayed; others may have advanced periodontal disease, or have broken in a way that cannot be repaired. Other teeth may need removal because they are poorly positioned in the mouth (such as impacted teeth), or in preparation for orthodontic treatment.
The removal of a single tooth can lead to problems related to your chewing ability, problems with your jaw joint, and shifting teeth, which can have a major impact on your dental health.
To avoid these complications, in most cases, Dr. Hoffman will discuss alternatives to extractions as well replacement of the extracted tooth, explaining the difference between implants (which is the ideal treatment) and bridges.
Simple extractions may be preformed in our office; more complicated cases would be referred to a specialist.
Replacing teeth with:
Dental Implants
Bridges