the tooth and take out any bone that is covering the tooth. he or she will separate the tissue connecting the tooth to the bone and then remove the tooth. sometimes the dentist will cut the tooth into smaller pieces to make it easier to remove. after the tooth is removed, there may be a chance that you may need stitches. some stitches dissolve over time and some have to be removed after a few days. your dentist will tell you whether your stitches need to be removed. a folded cotton gauze pad placed over the wound will help stop the bleeding.
as with all surgery, there is risk associated with 