COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT TOOTH EXTRACTION ANSWERED BY DOCTORS.

What can I expect during an emergency tooth extraction procedure?

Expert opinion from Dr. KODALI RAGA SRI SAI MALIKA
Dentist · 2.6 · India

Emergency tooth extraction procedure could be due to several causes, like tooth infection, gum infection, space infections which involve surrounding structures of the tooth or tooth fracture. After tooth extraction certain precautionary measures could be taken like, not to spit forcefully for up to 24-48 hours as its might dislodge blood clot formation, placing cold pack from outside, and taking cold foods for first 24 hours. And smoking should be avoided.

Expert opinion from Dr. Shalini Verma
Bachelor of Dental Surgery · Less than a year of experience · India

Extraction is advised in a severely infectious tooth. During an extraction procedure, firstly, local anesthesia is given to anesthetize the tooth and surrounding tissues. After proper anesthetization, tooth is pulled out and a cotton or gauze piece is placed at the extraction site by the clinician. Patient is asked to bite on that gauze piece to stop the bleeding and remove it after and hour. Sometimes, sutures are also placed at the extraction site, if needed. Post extraction instructions are given which are to be followed by the patient.

What are the most common reasons for needing a tooth extraction?

Expert opinion from Dr. Shalini Verma
Bachelor of Dental Surgery · Less than a year of experience · India

Most common reasons of tooth extraction are- severe tooth decay, impacted teeth, severe crowding, excessively mobile teeth, dental abscess around the tooth, fractured teeth, teeth in the cancerous lesion area or in the radio therapeutic area of the mouth or for serial extractions sometimes.

Expert opinion from Dr. SAMEEHA M S
Four Years of Clinical Experience, BDS - Kerala, India · 1 years of experience · India

Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket for a variety of reasons. The most common reasons for extraction were caries and periodontal disease. The most common reasons for tooth extraction are severe tooth decay, periodontal diseases, dental trauma, infection, impacted teeth, orthodontic therapy, and corrective jaw surgery. It is essential to note that tooth extraction is typically performed as a last resort when other dental procedures are either difficult or ineffective. Dentists will always try to keep natural teeth as much as possible.

What is a bone graft and why is it needed after a tooth extraction?

Expert opinion from Dr. NEETU SINGH
5 years of experience in dentistry and healthcare · 5 years of experience · India

A bone graft after tooth extraction is a procedure in which a dentist adds bone material to an area where a tooth has been removed. This bone grafting serves several purposes: Preserving bone structure Supporting dental implants Improving aesthetics Enhancing denture fit

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Expert opinion from Dr. SAMEEHA M S
Four Years of Clinical Experience, BDS - Kerala, India · 1 years of experience · India

A bone graft is a surgical technique that involves the addition of bone or bone-like materials to the jawbone in order to strengthen it and provide an adequate foundation for a dental implant. It is usually done when the jawbone begins to lose density or volume as a result of loss of teeth, gum disease, or trauma. A bone graft is not usually needed following tooth extraction; however, it may be needed in some circumstances. These situations include the following: conserving bone structure, preventing additional bone loss, implant placement, supporting prostheses, and improving aesthetics.

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