There are many reasons in which you may need to have a tooth removed, these include:
- A broken tooth that cannot be repaired
- Severe tooth decay
- Crowded teeth when there is not enough space on your gum
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Removing teeth to allow room for braces, so teeth can shift into place
- Patients undergoing chemotherapy or having an organ transplant may need damaged teeth removed to maintain healthy oral hygiene
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