Tooth extraction is performed by a dentist or oral surgeon and is a relatively quick outpatient procedure with either local, general, intravenous anesthesia, or a combination. Removing visible teeth is a simple extraction. Teeth that are broken, below the surface, or impacted require a more involved procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Tooth Extraction or Minor Oral Surgery?

A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth. Dentists and oral surgeons remove teeth for various reasons like Dental Cavities, Gum Disease, Dental Infections, Trauma or Injury to the Tooth or Surrounding Bone, Wisdom Teeth Complications, Preparation for a Dental Prosthesis, Preparation for Dental Braces, If the Teeth are Very Crowded, Baby Teeth not falling out at the proper age.

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Do Tooth Extraction hurt?

Typically, during a tooth extraction procedure, sedation is administered to the patient to make them feel relaxed and comfortable. Also, many teeth that are subjected to extraction have nerves that are dead or dying, which means that the affected tooth may not be able to send pain signals out.

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What are the options for Tooth Extraction or Minor Oral Surgery?

If teeth break through the surface of the gums and are coming in straight, then we can remove them with traditional extraction techniques. Traditional techniques involve pulling the tooth out after we numb the area surrounding the tooth. If the tooth is impacted or has yet to break through the surface of the gums, surgical extractions are necessary. In this case, the gum tissue will need to be cut open to expose the tooth.

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How Are Teeth Extracted?

The first part of the process is to provide a local anesthetic to ensure that the area is numbed, reducing the risk of discomfort. Then the dentist will cut away any gum or bone around the tooth to provide a large surface area for the forceps to grip onto. Next, they will use the forceps to rock the tooth backward and forwards until they release it from the bone.

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What is the recovery period like?

Once the procedure is done, detailed at-home care instructions will be given to the patient. To speed up the recovery and avoid any complications, patients must follow the given at-home instructions diligently. However, do know that the recovery period varies from patient to patient.

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