Simple & Surgical Extractions

Some teeth are too damaged by decay, infection, or crowding to save, and removing them is the most predictable way to protect the rest of your smile. At Dental Office of Dr. Salm, Kanner, and Grandeau, Dr. Jed Kanner, Dr. Adam Salm, and Dr. Hayley Grandeau evaluate each tooth carefully and explain whether a simple or surgical approach is the right fit before any treatment begins.

Simple vs. Surgical Extractions

Simple Extraction — used for teeth that are visible and accessible above the gumline, typically removed with local anesthesia.
Surgical Extraction — needed when a tooth is broken at the gumline, impacted, or has roots that require a small incision to access.

Comfort During Treatment

Digital X-rays help plan the extraction with a clear picture of the tooth and surrounding bone. Numbing is delivered with The Wand (STA) Anesthesia for a slower, more comfortable experience, and nitrous oxide sedation is available for patients who feel anxious in the chair. High-powered suction keeps the area clear throughout the procedure, and noise-canceling headphones let you settle in with your own music. When soft tissue needs to be managed, a soft-tissue laser can support the site with less bleeding and a smoother recovery.

After Your Extraction

Once a tooth is removed, we can discuss next steps for the space it leaves behind, including bone grafting or ridge preservation to prepare the site for a future implant or bridge, if that path makes sense for you.