WHAT IS TOOTH EXTRACTION?

A tooth extraction is a dental procedure during which your tooth is completely removed from its socket. Sometimes, people refer to this as “pulling" a tooth.

WHEN IS A TOOTH EXTRACTION RECOMMENDED?

Healthcare providers prefer to save natural teeth whenever possible. But sometimes, other restorative methods — such as dental fillings or dental crowns or Root canal treatments aren’t enough. If your tooth has been badly damaged past the point of repair, then removal may be necessary. Your dentist may recommend tooth extraction if you have:

Severe tooth decay (cavities)
A fractured tooth
An impacted tooth
Severe gum disease
Tooth trauma dental injuries

Sometimes during braces treatment, extraction might be necessary

TREATMENTS

DOES TOOTH EXTRACTION REDUCE EYE SIGHT / CREATE EYE RELATED PROBLEMS?

No. There is no connection between the eye and teeth. When people suffer toothache, the feeling on the nerves of the tooth will be transited to other areas of face & mouth, so that it will seem like swelling and discomfort coming from cheek or eyes. Even so, it does not damage these nerves and organs.

WHAT HAPPENS BEFORE A TOOTH EXTRACTION?

Your dentist will assess your affected tooth and surrounding gums. Your dentist will also take dental X-rays to check bone levels and determine the extent of damage. Be sure to tell your dentist about any medications, vitamins or supplements you’re taking. Once all information is gathered, treatment and sedation options will be discussed with you in detail.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING A TOOTH EXTRACTION?

First, local anaesthesia is given to numb your affected tooth and surrounding gum tissue. Using specialised dental instruments, your dentist will gently loosen your tooth and carefully lift it from its socket. Sometimes, your dentist might need to expand your gums to access your tooth — especially if your tooth is badly decayed or has broken off at the gum line. Once your tooth is removed, the empty area is cleaned and disinfected. In some cases, your dentist may also place a dental bone graft, which helps prevent bone loss in your jaw. Finally, stitches may be placed to help promote healing.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER A TOOTH EXTRACTION?

When the procedure is complete, your dentist will place a piece of gauze over the extraction site and ask you to close down with firm, steady pressure. This helps slow bleeding so a blood clot can form. You will have to eat soft & cold foods for the first 24 hours.

What is the difference between a normal extraction & a surgical extraction?

Normal extraction is usually done for teeth which are loose or very superficially placed or for orthodontic extractions(teeth taken out to create space for alignment during braces treatment). For teeth that are grossly decayed or break off from gum line due to decay or are fractured, those teeth require a special process & skill to remove. The dental surgeon will expand your gums with special instruments & take out the tooth. Surgical extraction takes more time than a normal extraction. However, it is safer to remove your tooth via a surgical extraction. This ensures that the tooth is removed completely & is not broken during extraction

Does tooth extraction hurt?

NO! Contrary to popular belief, modern tooth extractions do not hurt at all. They are done under local anaesthesia to numb the area. Most people recover very fast from modern tooth extractions in less than a day.

What are the advantages of pulling a tooth?

Tooth extraction offers a number of benefits. Most importantly, it reduces harmful bacteria that can damage your teeth and gums. Left untreated, a decayed or damaged tooth can wreak havoc on your smile, causing a domino effect of problems. Removing your affected tooth gives you the best chance for optimal oral health. Additionally, a tooth extraction can help ease dental pain almost immediately — especially if your tooth was severely broken or infected.

How long does it take to recover from a tooth extraction?

Most people don't need any rest beyond certain restrictions while chewing & eating. However, most people feel back to normal in just a few days. While you’ll be able to return to routine activities within 1-2 hours, it usually takes the jawbone several weeks to heal or fill the area completely. You don't need to do anything for that. It will heal on its own