42. Does my child need a tooth pulled?

Yes — pediatric dentists can and do pull teeth, but it depends on the situation. Our goal is always to preserve teeth whenever possible, especially baby teeth, because they play a key role in chewing, speaking, and guiding adult teeth into the correct position.

We may recommend extraction in situations such as:

-Severe decay or infection that can’t be repaired with fillings or crowns
-Crowding issues where a baby tooth needs to come out early to allow adult teeth to come in properly
-Loose or damaged teeth from injury or trauma
-Extra teeth (supernumerary teeth) that may interfere with normal dental development

Our team is trained to make extractions as gentle and comfortable as possible, often using local anesthesia, sedation, or other calming techniques depending on the child’s age and anxiety level. We also provide guidance for aftercare to ensure proper healing and reduce discomfort.