Orthodontists do not pull teeth. They decide if extraction is necessary to achieve a healthy bite and beautiful smile with straight teeth, and then refer you to a general dentist or oral surgeon to complete the extraction.
Can a dentist extract a tooth?
Tooth extraction is performed by a dentist or oral surgeon and is a relatively quick outpatient procedure with either local, general, intravenous anesthesia, or a combination. Removing visible teeth is a simple extraction. Teeth that are broken, below the surface, or impacted require a more involved procedure.
Can you get teeth pulled while wearing braces?
Some patients worry if they have braces now and need to have their wisdom teeth extracted. The good news is that you can have your wisdom teeth extracted even if you have braces right now; it doesn’t affect your treatment with braces and your braces don’t affect your recovery from wisdom teeth removal!
Should you extract teeth for braces?
Tooth Extractions With Braces for Severe Crowding
Many patients have crooked or crowded teeth. Luckily though, not all of them will require extractions. But for patients with severe crowding, having teeth extracted may be the best option. This patient, for example, had severe crowding on her upper arch.
Which teeth are extracted for orthodontic treatment?
The teeth most frequently removed for orthodontic reasons are the first bicuspid (premolar) teeth. These are the teeth right between the cuspid or eyeteeth (under the eyes) and the molar teeth (the biggest back teeth).
Which tooth is most difficult to extract?
Lower back teeth are typically the hardest to anesthetize. This is because it requires a little more work in terms of numbing the nerve endings, which are more plentiful at the back, lower part of the jaw.
Why do dentists not pull teeth?
Facial Structure: The positioning of your teeth in your mouth may make it difficult for a dentist to perform the extraction without causing discomfort. Things like large sinuses, or limited jaw mobility necessitate an extraction by an oral surgeon.
Can teeth extraction for braces be done after putting the braces on?
Teeth may be extracted before or during orthodontic treatment with braces or Invisalign. Once the extractions have healed properly, the teeth can be guided into the site vacated by the extracted tooth.
What is the best age for braces?
The Recommended Age
For one, most orthodontists believe that braces are best for kids when they are between the ages of 10 to 14 years old. Braces shift teeth and adjust bite which is why it is best to get braces at a young age like this.
How long after extraction can I get braces?
Orthodontics will typically take between 8 and 18 months, but this will all depend on your alignment. Your dentist will be with you every step of the way, whether it’s traditional braces or clear aligners. That way, any problems can be easily and quickly corrected.
What do crowded teeth look like?
When the teeth erupt and grow in a way that they become overlapped, twisted, angled or rotated, they become crowded, crooked or misaligned. In the upper row, the common signs of crowding are the front tooth or teeth sitting high and pointed outwards. In the lower jaw, overlapped front teeth are extremely common.
Can I get braces without extraction?
You can get braces without removal of any teeth if you have spacing, mild overbite, or misaligned teeth that need to be corrected. However, teeth may require to be removed when you have severe bite problems.
Is removing teeth for braces painful?
When they’re removed
You will be so happy to see your new straight teeth that you probably won’t be too worried about pain. All dental procedures are a little uncomfortable, but removing your braces shouldn’t be painful. After your braces come off, your teeth will be thoroughly cleaned.
How can I straighten my teeth without an extraction?
You may hear or read about this alternative method of treatment called non-extraction orthodontics, which is about the same as what we are talking about here.
Take a look at these types of braces:
- Six Month Bra