Tooth Extraction Tooth extraction involves the removal of damaged teeth to prevent infections and other dental problems. Sometimes kids and even adults are afraid of this procedure because it can sometimes be painful. Professional dentists at GOREgeous Smiles have years of experience and make the extraction procedure less painful by numbing the tooth nerves and administering an anesthetic to make the entire process comfortable and painless.In What Circumstances Are Tooth Extractions Necessary?Apart from preventing the spread of dental infection, tooth extraction can be carried out to eliminate tooth decay and minimize the risk of gum disease. When an infection occurs in your teeth and is neglected, it can quickly spread and create other oral problems like gingivitis. Dentists also recommend teeth extraction in circumstances where your teeth are overcrowded. This is to give other teeth enough space to develop well. It also allows proper dental hygiene, as it is easier to brush between the teeth. Tooth Extraction ProcedureYour dentist can choose to perform a surgical or simple tooth extraction procedure depending on your condition. A simple tooth extraction procedure involves removing teeth using a special instrument known as an elevator. We will give you an anesthetic so that you do not feel any pain but only pressure. We will then loosen your teeth and remove them using forceps. A surgical extraction, on the other hand, involves the use of a small incision to cut the gums. This is done to remove the bone around your teeth so that the tooth can be removed. The surgical procedure is also not painful as anesthesia is administered. How Long Will I Take to Recover from a Tooth Extraction?Recovering from tooth extraction may take only a few days, and your dentist will advise you on what to do during the recovery period. For example, we may tell you to use ice packs to reduce swelling or over-the-counter drugs to ease the pain. The pain usually lasts for about three days, but if it is a wisdom tooth extraction, the pain may last longer. The pain experienced after a tooth extraction procedure is not because of the surgery but rather the infection that was there. This pain is usually caused by infection of the bone beneath the tooth, dry sockets, or sinus perforations. If pain persists, contact us for help. What Concerns Should I Raise Before A Tooth Extraction?We always advise patients to raise their concerns before any tooth extraction procedure begins. This helps us know if you have any serious conditions that may need to be addressed before the actual procedure. We will ask you about your medical history, and if you have any health conditions that may be affected by your tooth extraction surgery. For example, if you have liver disease or heart problems, raise this issue to your dentist. Sometimes a dentist may consider giving you an antibiotic if you are prone to infections. Do You Need an Extraction?If you have a tooth that needs to be extracted, contact our GOREgeous Smiles dental office by calling 480-585-6225. We will be happy to set up an appointment for you. |
