Professional tooth extraction involves the complete removal of a tooth from the jawbone in a dental office. Depending on the tooth’s condition, your regular dentist or a dental surgeon may perform the procedure.
When is Tooth ExtractionNecessary?
Dentures can significantly enhance your quality of life by:
Trauma
When the tooth cannot be repaired by a crown or root canal.
Disease
When a disease compromises the jawbone and mouth integrity.
Crowding
When there is not enough space for the tooth.
Infection
When an abscess does not respond to root canal therapy.
Simple extractions are quick and require little preparation. Local anesthesia numbs the area, and the dentist uses an elevator to loosen the tooth before removing it with forceps.
Surgical Extraction
Surgical extractions are necessary when a tooth is broken under the gum or cannot be easily loosened. This procedure involves an incision and may require the tooth to be removed in pieces. Local or general anesthesia is used for comfort.
How to Prepare for aTooth Extraction
Tooth extraction preparation involves:
X-rays
To assess the tooth’s position and alignment.
Health Check
Ensuring the patient is healthy, especially if anesthesia will be used.
Antibiotics
May be prescribed to prevent infection.
Smoking
Patients must avoid smoking on the day of the procedure to prevent complications.
