Although it is ideal for your oral and general health to retain your natural teeth, there may be times when a tooth needs to be removed due to extensive decay, periodontitis that has caused a bone infection, an irreparable fracture causing pulp damage or impacted wisdom teeth.

There also may be rare occasions when removal of children’s teeth is required to prevent crowding or teeth coming through crooked, however if possible it is preferred to address these problems through the use of orthodontics.

Removing a tooth is done only after every alternative option has been explored and a thorough examination conducted by your Sunshine Coast Smile Centre dentist including detailed radiographs, confirms it is the best option for your long-term oral health.