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How is a molar tooth removed if it is not loose?

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Very carefully: Your dentist or oral surgeon has the proper tools and training to remove the tooth even if it does not seem loose to you. Sometimes, depending on root anatomy, it is taken out in pieces. Often the dentist will want to place a bone graft material in the vacant site to improve healing and your options of a future implant.

Answered 10/8/2016

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We have our ways...: Most teeth are connected in the mouth by fibers (periodontal ligament). Sometimes they too get attached to the bone. Like a baby tooth tha is still in even tho you're 40+. Either way a tools generally guided out out or if need be it is sectioned and removed in pieces. Trying to preserve as much bone in the area is main goal. Also just because you think tooth is not loose doesn't mean it isn't.

Answered 1/2/2019

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Dr. Gregori Kurtzman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Molar extraction: Special tools are used to loosen the tooth then it is extracted.

Answered 10/8/2016

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Different techniques: There are different techniques to remove teeth depending on the locations dn the number of roots and their shape . Speakmtonyor dentist and have him or her explain your particular situation.

Answered 2/9/2017

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Tools: Dentists use tools that can essentially loosen a tooth enough to allow it to be extracted. Sometimes it is necessary to use a drill to cut teeth into smaller pieces or to remove a little bone around the tooth.

Answered 10/8/2016

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Sectioned: It can still be removed easily if all the roots converge as one. If not the tooth can be sectioned and removed in three pieces.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Skill, Tooks: Using a variety of instruments and with skill. See an oral surgeon for best results.

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