General Procedure

When restorative measures such as root canal therapy, crowns, or fillings prove insufficient to save a tooth, extraction may become necessary.

Modern tooth extraction procedures are considerably less painful, thanks to the use of potent anesthetics and sedatives. Many patients undergoing tooth extraction experience minimal discomfort, with only minor bleeding.

Before the extraction, the area around the tooth is numbed using a topical and/or injectable anesthetic, such as Novocaine.

Patients who have undergone tooth extraction may be prescribed antibiotics, or at the very least, advised to take precautions post-procedure to prevent infection.

Activities like smoking, vigorous brushing and rinsing, and drinking through straws are discouraged during the recovery period as they can impede healing and potentially lead to wound complications. Applying cold compresses to the external cheek near the extraction site can help reduce swelling and promote quicker healing.

Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth, the third set of molars in the upper and lower adult mouth, often cause problems due to their eruption in the back corners. Issues arise when these teeth erupt too close to existing permanent teeth, causing crowding and misalignment.

Impacted wisdom teeth, those causing problems, can be extremely painful and detrimental to oral health, manifesting symptoms such as severe discomfort, inflammation, and infections.

To avoid future complications, many individuals opt to have their wisdom teeth extracted. Generally, the absence of these four wisdom teeth does not affect one’s ability to bite, speak, or eat properly.

If you experience symptoms like facial swelling, infection, pain, or gum swelling, you may have an impacted wisdom tooth. Seeking prompt dental attention is crucial in such cases.