Tooth Extractions in Summit, NJ

Reasons for a Tooth Extraction

We may recommend removing a tooth if:

• It’s severely decayed or broken beyond repair
  
• There’s an infection that won’t resolve with a root canal
  
• Teeth are overcrowded or interfering with orthodontic treatment
  
• A baby tooth hasn’t fallen out naturally
  
• It’s a part of preparation for dentures or implants
  

In some cases, we may also extract teeth before placing All-on-Four implants or implant-supported dentures.

Simple or Surgical: What’s the Difference?

There are two types of extractions:

• Simple Extractions – For visible teeth that can be loosened and removed easily
  
• Surgical Extractions – For teeth that are broken, impacted, or beneath the gum line
  

Dr. Jean Kim, DDS — our Board-Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon — will let you know what type of extraction you need and walk you through your options.

We also offer sedation dentistry and general anesthesia to ensure a comfortable experience from start to finish.

What the Appointment Looks Like

Here’s how we make the process smooth and straightforward:

1. Initial Consultation: We’ll evaluate the tooth, take digital imaging, and create a treatment plan. If a replacement is needed, we’ll discuss options like dental implants.
   
2. Day of the Procedure: You’ll receive local anesthesia and sedation if needed. The extraction itself is quick and handled with care.
   
3. Aftercare Instructions: We’ll send you home with detailed recovery tips. Most patients feel back to normal in a few days, with full healing in about 1–2 weeks.
   

For cases involving bone loss, we may recommend a bone graft to preserve the site for future restorations.