Saving your natural tooth is almost always our first choice, but there are times when an extraction is the better option.
If a tooth can be treated with a root canal and continue functioning for many years, that’s often the most conservative approach. Keeping your natural tooth helps maintain your bite and avoids the need to replace a missing tooth later.
If we believe the tooth can’t be predictably saved, we’ll explain why and discuss all of your options. Our recommendation is always based on what’s best for your long-term oral health.