What Are Tooth Extractions? You and Dr. Jones, Dr. Jones, Dr. Cabbell, Dr. Tingling, Dr. Wensing or Dr. Wall may determine that you need a tooth extraction for any number of reasons. Some teeth are extracted because they are severely decayed; others may have advanced periodontal disease, or have broken in a way that cannot be repaired. Other teeth may need removal because they are poorly positioned in the mouth (such as impacted teeth), or in preparation for orthodontic treatment. For more info, please visit at https://www.videntalcenter.com/treatments/tooth-extractions