What to Expect When Having a Tooth Extracted

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What to Expect When Having a Tooth Extracted
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Introduction The thought of going through a
tooth extraction can be stressful. This can be
especially true if you are experiencing dental
issues for the first time. As with any dental
treatment, it is important to discuss your
questions or concerns with your dentist or oral
surgeon before a tooth extraction. Learning more
about the procedure will help you understand what
to expect during treatment and can help you
proceed more confidently.
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• Common Reasons for a Tooth Extraction
• In some cases, crowns and fillings are sufficient
  to repair decayed or damaged teeth. However, if
  the damage is too extensive, your dentist may
  recommend a tooth extraction to help ease
  discomfort and avoid further complications.
  Dental issues that may require an extraction
  include
• Tooth decay affecting the inner layers
• Traumatic dental injuries
• Failure of baby teeth to fall out, blocking the
  growth of permanent teeth
• Orthodontic treatments like braces, which may
  need more space to move teeth into position

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• Preparing for Treatment
• Before performing a tooth extraction, your
  dentist or oral surgeon will review your dental
  and medical history. They may also order dental
  x-rays that check the position, length, and shape
  of your tooth. This helps determine the best way
  to remove the tooth with minimal discomfort and
  without affecting other teeth. Additionally, your
  dental team may use a local anesthetic to numb
  the area before treatment.

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• The Tooth Extraction Process
• After preparing you for the procedure, the
  dentist or oral surgeon will loosen the tooth
  using a special tool known as an elevator. Once
  the tooth is loose, it is removed using dental
  forceps. If your tooth is impacted, meaning it
  has not fully emerged, the bone or gum tissue
  obscuring the tooth will be removed. After the
  tooth is loosened with a gentle rocking motion,
  it can be carefully extracted.
• After the tooth is removed, your dentist or oral
  surgeon will place gauze over the socket to keep
  it from bleeding. They will recommend biting down
  on the gauze for 30-45 minutes to allow clotting.
  You might need a few self-dissolving stitches to
  close the gum edges on the extraction site.

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After the Extraction Keeping the extraction
site clean after the procedure is essential to
prevent infections. Your dentist may recommend
gently rinsing your mouth with salt water to
clean and soothe the extraction site. If you
smoke, it is important not to do so for at least
24 hours after a tooth extraction. You should
also avoid hot liquids for the first 24 hours, in
addition to limiting strenuous activity. You may
experience some pain around the extraction site,
however, your dental team can recommend
medications to help relieve your
discomfort. While a tooth extraction is a
common, safe, and effective dental procedure, it
is important to follow your doctors instructions
before and after treatment to avoid
complications. If you have concerns, talk to your
dentist or oral surgeon about them to ease your
anxieties before moving forward with treatment.
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