molar extraction

Pulling back teeth

Molar extraction is the surgical removal of a molar tooth—one of the large, flat teeth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food.

The procedure is common for wisdom teeth that are impacted or causing crowding: The dentist recommended molar extraction before starting orthodontic treatment.

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