Tooth Extractions
EXTRACTIONS OF TEETH IN XYZ
Is tooth extraction necessary for me?
Dr. XYZ may determine that you require tooth extraction for a variety of reasons. Some teeth are extracted due to severe decay, while others may have advanced periodontal disease or have broken in an unrepairable way. Other teeth may require extraction due to their poor position in the mouth (impacted teeth, for example) or in preparation for orthodontic treatment.
The extraction of a single tooth can cause problems with chewing, jaw joint disorders, and teeth moving, all of which can have a significant influence on your oral health.
In most cases, Dr. XYZ will explore alternatives to extractions and the replacement of the extracted tooth to avoid these issues.
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How is the extraction process carried out?
At the moment of extraction, the doctor will use a local anesthetic to numb the tooth, jaw bone, and surrounding gums.
You will feel considerable pressure during the extraction procedure. This is the result of the tooth being vigorously rocked in order to expand the socket for extraction.
You feel the pressure without feeling it because the anesthetic has numbed the nerves, preventing pain from being transmitted, but the nerves that convey pressure are unaffected.
If you experience pain at any point throughout the extraction, please notify us immediately.
Tooth sectioning
Sectioning of certain teeth is necessary. This is a typical treatment performed when a tooth is too firmly attached to its socket or when the tooth’s root is bent, and the socket cannot sufficiently expand to remove it. The doctor divides the tooth into parts and then extracts each section individually.
After tooth extraction
A blood clot might develop after tooth extraction to stop bleeding and start healing. Immediately after the appointment, bite on a gauze pad for 30-45 minutes. If the bleeding or seeping continues, lay another gauze pad over the wound and bite firmly for another 30 minutes. You may have to repeat this process multiple times to stop the flow of blood.
It’s vital not to disturb or dislodge the blood clot after it has formed. For the next 72 hours, avoid vigorous rinsing, sucking on straws, smoking, drinking alcohol, or brushing your teeth near the extraction site. These actions may cause the clot to detach or dissolve, causing the healing process to be hampered. For the next 24 hours, avoid intense exercise because it raises blood pressure and results in additional bleeding at the extraction site.
You may have some discomfort and swelling after the tooth is pulled. Swelling can be reduced by applying an ice pack or unopened frozen peas or corn bag to the affected area. Take your pain relievers precisely as directed. After 48 hours, the swelling typically goes down.
As advised, take pain medicine. If your medication isn’t working, please contact our office. Even if the signs and symptoms of infection have passed, continue to take antibiotics for the duration suggested. On the day before the extraction, drink plenty of water and eat a good, soft meal. As soon as you feel safe, you can resume normal eating.
After 24 hours, it’s crucial to get back to your regular dental routine. Brushing and flossing your teeth at least once a day should be part of your daily routine. This will help you heal faster and keep your mouth clean.
After a few days, you should be completely recovered and able to resume your daily activities. Contact our office immediately if you experience significant bleeding, intense discomfort, persistent swelling for 2-3 days, or a pharmaceutical response.