Dental extractions also known as tooth extraction is a procedure to remove a tooth from the gums socket usually done by a general dentist, or an oral surgeon. Dental extraction is also called exodontics, tooth pulling and exodontia. It is removing a decayed, infected or impacted tooth through the help of a dental professional. It is recommended by the dentist when a tooth becomes infected with severe gum disease or damaged beyond repair. Dental extraction is necessary due to:
- Injury and trauma
- Infection or decay has reached into the deep of tooth
- When there is no enough room for all the teeth in mouth
- When baby teeth don’t fall out in time for the permanent teeth to come in
How much does a Dental extraction cost?
The tooth extraction prices vary widely depending on whether the tooth is impacted. The cost of simple extraction is around $75 to $200 per tooth and may be more depending on the type of anesthesia needed and for a surgical extraction the price is high up to $300 a tooth or more.
What is the Dental Extraction Procedure?
Depending on the condition, the dentist will recommend you the dental extraction procedure. There are two types of dental extraction process:
- Simple extraction: It is the removal of a tooth which is visible in the mouth. During simple extraction, the dentist will numb the tooth and gums tissue and loosen the tooth with an instrument called an elevator before removing it with dental forceps.
- Surgical extraction: It is a little more complicated than simple extraction and involves the dentist making a small cut into the gums, sometimes removing gums tissue or bone to extract the tooth. It is commonly used when extraction impacts wisdom teeth.
How long does it take for tooth extraction recovery?
Tooth extraction recovery depends on the complexity of the case. Immediately, after the dental extraction procedure, the dentist will place a gauze pad over the extraction site. Dentists will be instructed to bite down on it to reduce bleeding and allow the clot to form. Most people feel back to normal in just a few days and you will be able to return to routine activities within 48-72 hours, which usually takes the jawbone several weeks to heal completely.
Dental extraction aftercare
After your extraction, the dentist will give you a detailed list of instructions. There are a few Dental extraction aftercare things you do for speed recovery:
- Take prescribed painkillers
- Apply an ice bag to the affected area immediately, but only for 10 minutes. Leaving ice packs on for too long can causes damage in tissue
- Leave the initial gauze pad in place for 3 to 4 hours after the procedure.
- Rest for 24 hours after the operation and limit your activity for a couple of days.
- Avoid dislodging the blood clot, split, don’t rinse, or use a straw for some hours after the procedure
- Brush and flush your teeth to prevent infection, though avoid the extraction site
- Avoid hard & crunchy food and smoking
- While sleeping, prop head up with pillows, as lying flat can prolong healing
- After 24 hours of extraction, rinse your mouth with a salt solution, made with a warm water and half a teaspoon of salt
Why do you need a dental extraction?
Dental extraction is the perfect treatment for impaction, tooth decay, gum disease and periodontal or tooth overcrowding. When a tooth becomes infected, damaged or decayed beyond repair and if a tooth cannot be repaired with crown or dental filling because of trauma caused by accident or extensive decay, dental extraction is the only option.
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