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
"My experience with this practice has just been outstanding from every person that I've met have just been wonderful to me. When I actually got to meet Dr. Robert himself, I find him to be a very nice man. He was just wonderful. He was informative, he was knowledgeable, he was very gentle. He kept me updated the whole time. And when I got home, Dr. Robert called me himself on my cell phone to make sure that I was doing all right. I recommend 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery. Absolutely, 100%. My experience has been outstanding here."
"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."
"Hi, my name is Zoe, I’m from San Francisco, and I had an extraction, bone graft, and dental implant by Dr. Duncan. Dr. Duncan was a great surgeon. He remembered things about me from previous times he had seen me, which made me feel really comfortable. The procedure was really smooth. It didn’t take long. I was incredibly comfortable during it. After, the results were great. They even sent me flowers after my surgery, which was a really nice touch and unexpected. Overall, I had a great experience here, and I would definitely recommend Dr. Duncan for anyone that needs oral surgery."
"First time I walked in, I was a little apprehensive, but the office is very comfortable. People in here are very friendly, and they put you at ease. My doctor is very personable, speaks very clearly, explains procedures to me. You can tell that patients' comfort is a priority. Everything went very well. I was very comfortable. She also does follow-up and calls you in the evening to make sure you're doing well after surgery. I thought the experience was outstanding. I would recommend 7x7 Dental Implant & Oral Surgery to any of my friends or family."
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!