At Northside Dental, we are on a mission to save teeth. So extracting a tooth is likely something we'll perform as a last resort. However, you have options if you seek timely care when a tooth is in bad shape. If you fill a cavity when it's small, your tooth is protected. But the more extensive the cavity, the more of its structure is lost, which threatens your tooth.
In cases of advanced tooth decay, large cavities, tooth fractures, or other tooth-endangering damage, Dr. Simpson can still save your tooth, possibly with root canal therapy and a dental crown that he builds on the same day. In some cases, a crown alone may save your remaining tooth structure while restoring it in look and function.
If You Do Need a Tooth Pulled
A dental extraction is not the end of the world, but it does have repercussions. For example, one or more missing teeth may impact your smile and ability to eat healthy and enjoyable foods. Therefore, our team offers several tooth-replacement options, which we can cover before your extraction. This way, we can devise a treatment plan that meets your needs.
Dr. Simpson and his team of dental professionals in Fort Smith, AR, are ready to answer questions and concerns about dental extractions. Hopefully, we can save and restore your natural tooth before removing it.