Tooth extraction is a simple and usually painless process that is performed when one tooth cannot be preserved or its retainment may cause problems in oral health.
When is it necessary?
Tooth extraction may be needed in the following cases:
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Severe tooth decay that cannot be restored
- Abscess or infection that does not respond to other treatments
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Broken tooth that cannot be restored
- Periodontal disease that affects tooth stability
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Orthodontic requirement e.g. space is needed for teeth to develop
Does tooth extraction hurt?
Tooth extraction is a process that usually makes patients anxious. However, contemporary dental care has made it a simple process.
The whole treatment is performed under local anesthesia that ensures that you feel no pain. You may feel some pressure or mild discomfort but no pain.
Modern techniques ensure minimal discomfort.
Your dentist will guide your regarding proper postoperative care, so that the area heals quickly and without problems.
Any discomfort will not last more than 1-2 days and gradually is eliminated.
The whole treatment is performed under local anesthesia that ensures that you feel no pain. You may feel some pressure or mild discomfort but no pain.
Modern techniques ensure minimal discomfort.
Your dentist will guide your regarding proper postoperative care, so that the area heals quickly and without problems.
Any discomfort will not last more than 1-2 days and gradually is eliminated.
DIRECTIVES AFTER EXTRACTION
PAIN
Pain may be present the first three days and then subsides.
In case you are in pain, you should take painkillers (paracetamol or non steroid anti-inflammatory). Depending your medical history and how difficult the whole process has been, your dentist will recommend respective analgesics.
Mild discomfort is completely normal to be felt the first days.
In case you are not relieved at all, you may contact your dentist.
In case you are in pain, you should take painkillers (paracetamol or non steroid anti-inflammatory). Depending your medical history and how difficult the whole process has been, your dentist will recommend respective analgesics.
Mild discomfort is completely normal to be felt the first days.
In case you are not relieved at all, you may contact your dentist.
SWELLING
BLEEDING
HEMATOMA
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
DIET
TRAUMA CLEANING
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not smoke for the first 24hrs
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Keep the open wound as passive as possible e.g. do not use a straw, do not suck the wound, do not spit etc.
ALL INSTRUCTIONS AFTER TOOTH EXTRACTION ARE PERSONALISED
AND SHOULD BE PROVIDED BY YOUR OWN DENTIST!
When should you contact your Dentist?
If you observe severe pain, extensive bleeding or swelling that does not subside, inform your dentist immediately.
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