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Tooth Extraction FAQ
Why do i need a tooth extraction?
Your dentist may recommend a tooth extraction for various reasons including;
- Overcrowding – where there are too may teeth in your mouth
- Severe tooth decay
- Gum disease (Gingivitus)
- Oral injury
- Abscess
- Wisdom teeth removal
You might also need a same-day emergency appointment and emergency tooth removal when an injury results in painful or cracked teeth. If you need an emergency tooth extraction, contact Cheslyn Hay straight away.
Is removing the tooth the only option?
Your dentist may recommend a tooth extraction for various reasons but only when this is the best or only option. Tooth extraction is still reasonably common in dental practices, but dentists only carry out dental removal when the tooth cannot be saved.
If the tooth hurts, then you will likely be keen to have it removed to alleviate discomfort and eliminate pain. Understandably, you may feel nervous or anxious, but the treatment only takes a few minutes, and we can reassure you that the experience is not painful.
What's involved in a tooth extraction?
There are two types of extractions
- A standard extraction
- A surgical extraction
For a standard extraction, the dentist will administer a local anesthetic into the area before using an elevator to loosen the tooth. Once the tooth is loose the dentist will remove it using forceps.
A surgical extraction is not as straightforward. This requires an incision into the gums to gain access to the affected tooth. Although this can be done using a local anesthetic, there are some patients who prefer extraction under sedation.
Aftercare for extractions
The first 24 hours following an extraction it is best to;
Avoid strenuous activity
Avoid using mouthwash
Avoid the area when eating hot or cold food for 24 hrs (this can be done by using the other side of your mouth)
After 24 hours
Rinse your mouth with a mixture of one teaspoon of salt in a glass of water, 3-4 times per day
Take care when brushing your teeth to avoid bleeding.
Avoid smoking, as this slows down the healing process.
If you have any issues following an extraction contact an emergency dentist immediately.