A tooth extraction is a dental procedure during which your tooth is completely removed from its socket. Sometimes, people refer to this as “pulling" a tooth.
Healthcare providers prefer to save natural teeth whenever possible. But sometimes, other restorative methods — such as dental fillings or dental crowns — aren’t enough. If your tooth has been badly damaged past the point of repair, then removal may be necessary. Your dentist may recommend tooth extraction if you have:
-Severe tooth decay (cavities).
-A fractured tooth.
-An impacted tooth.
-Crowded teeth.
-Severe gum disease.
-Tooth luxation or other dental injuries.