If your tooth is damaged or decayed and can’t be repaired
with a filling or crown first, your dentist may decide to r
emove (extract) the tooth as a last resort.
Why are teeth removed?
There are lots of reasons why you might need to
have a tooth removed. For example, if you have:
Severe tooth decay
Gum disease (periodontal disease)
A broken tooth that can’t be repaired
An abscess (a collection of pus) on your gums or around your teeth
Crowded teeth—when your teeth don’t have enough space in your jaw
Impacted wisdom teeth—you can read more about this in our separate