Simple dental extraction involves the removal of teeth that are visible in the mouth.
Impacted tooth extraction involves the removal of teeth that are not easily accessible inside the mouth. This may be because they have not erupted through the gum completely or they have been fractured under the gum line. This kind of extraction requires surgery and should preferably be done by Oral Surgeons only.
All the tooth extraction is the last thing we recommend but in certain cases this is the only option we are left with. At THE DENTAL MASTERS, we ensure painless tooth extraction of teeth by following required protocols and getting the surgery done by specialist MDS Oral Maxillofacial surgeon only.
WHEN DOES TOOTH NEED TO BE EXTRACTED ?
- Presence of wisdom tooth, which are unwanted tooth having no role in chewing but causing you discomfort. Also, they often serve home to bacterial infection, thereby risking other tooth as well. As such, it is recommended to get wisdom tooth extracted.
- Overcrowding of teeth (Hyperdontia).
- Severe infection in the tooth making it unrepairable.
- Severely fractured tooth which can't be repaired with chemical and bonding agents.
AFTERCARE
- Place cotton swab on the extraction site to allow blood clotting and control bleeding.
- Maintain an upright posture and your head elevated.
- Avoid eating hard food, and prefer soft meals.
- Avoid engaging in rigorous activities like sports or gym for atleast next 24 hours.
- Avoid smoking or alcohol for the next 24 hours.
- Take recommended pain relievers to alleviate discomfort or pain.
- Use a cold pack on your cheek to minimise inflammation or use anti-inflammatory medications as instructed by your dentist.
- Avoid rinsing your mouth after dental extraction to prevent bleeding
- Follow your oral hygiene regimen after 24 hours but avoid scrubbing near the tooth extraction site.
- Make a timely visit to the dental clinic near you if you experience severe pain or discomfort after a dental extraction procedure.