A dental extraction is conducted when one or multiple teeth must be removed from your mouth. In most cases, teeth that are extracted are damaged beyond repair. If our Dentist near you has recommended dental extraction, continue reading to learn more about this procedure.
Why Do People Have Their Teeth Extracted?
There are many different reasons why people extract their teeth. Some of the most common causes include:
1. Damage and Decay
This is a popular reason why patients undergo Teeth Extraction in St. Albert. When teeth are damaged beyond the point that their dentist can replace them, an extraction will be necessary. Removal is often required when an implant, bridge or other dental restoration replaces the missing tooth/teeth.
2. Wisdom Teeth
Usually, wisdom teeth emerge between the ages of 17 and 24. For some individuals, all four wisdom teeth may grow. One wisdom tooth will grow behind each molar at the back of the mouth. In some cases, wisdom teeth grow in crooked and impact the surrounding teeth. This can lead to pain, swelling, and discomfort, which is why removal becomes necessary.
3. The Need for Replacement
You may require extraction if your tooth becomes chipped or broken and cannot be repaired. This would allow the missing tooth to be replaced with either an implant or a dental bridge.
4. Overcrowding
When overcrowding in the mouth occurs, you will likely be required to have one or more teeth removed. This will create room in the mouth for the remaining teeth to grow properly. One or more teeth may need to be removed during orthodontic treatment also. This will straighten the rest of the teeth and allow them to shift into the desired positions.
Above are the four main reasons for teeth extraction in St. Albert. For some patients, there may be more than one reason why they require teeth removal. A dental extraction is regarded as the last resort when nothing else can be done to save the tooth or teeth.
Types of Tooth Extraction
Generally, there are two types of extractions here they are:
1. Simple Extraction
A simple extraction is performed to remove one or multiple teeth that are visible within your mouth. This procedure can easily be performed at our dental office in St. Albert. Typically, you will be free to leave as soon as the tooth or teeth are extracted and the bleeding subsides. The teeth can be removed with only dental forceps during a simple extraction.
2. Surgical Extraction
Surgical Teeth Extractions in St. Albert are performed when a tooth or teeth are not easy to access inside your mouth. These extractions may involve impacted teeth that are yet to break through the gum, such as wisdom teeth. Surgical extractions are ordinarily performed under a general anesthetic. In most frequent cases, these procedures are conducted at a specialized clinic; however, some dentists may also be able to perform these procedures in their offices.
Note a root extraction in St. Albert can be performed when the roots of teeth are causing mouth infection or pain or if it is no longer possible to repair or free them from infection.
Managing Your Pain
You will experience discomfort and soreness for a few days or up to a week following an extraction procedure. Our dentist may prescribe pain medication to you, which will help to manage the pain you are experiencing. You should avoid chewing hard foods near the extraction site as this will prevent food particles from accumulating in this area, and consuming softer foods like eggs, cheese, mashed potatoes, and soup for a few days after your procedure is advised. You should avoid hot or spicy foods as they can burn the inflamed area. Also, do not drink alcohol for several days post-extraction, as it can burn the extraction site and react with your prescribed pain medications.
Healing
Our dentist will provide all the aftercare instructions. Be sure to follow their instructions and do not remove the blood clot from the infected area, as this can expose the bone beneath the gums – causing severe pain and infection. Clean around the wound several times daily and chew on the opposite side of your mouth until you have finished recovering from your extraction.
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