DOCTORS ANSWER COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT TOOTH EXTRACTION.

What are the most common reasons for tooth removal?

Expert opinion from Dr. NEETU SINGH

5 years of experience in dentistry and healthcare · 5 years of experience · India

Tooth removal is typically considered when there is dental issue that cannot be addressed through other means and is potentially harmful to your oral health. Some of the most common reasons for tooth removal include: Severe tooth decay which cannot be restored through procedures like filling or crowns. Impacted wisdom teeth Orthodontic reasons Fractured or cracked teeth Infection or abscess Preventive reasons

Expert opinion from Dr. SAMEEHA M S

Four Years of Clinical Experience, BDS - Kerala, India · 1 years of experience · India

Tooth extraction may be required for a variety of reasons, including serious injury or decay. When a tooth is highly damaged or diseased, dental procedures, such as a restoration and root canal, are ineffective. Severe tooth decay (cavities), fractured tooth, an impacted tooth, crowded teeth, severe gum disease, tooth luxation or other dental injuries are the common causes of tooth removal.

How long does it take for a bone graft to heal and what is the recovery process like?

Expert opinion from Dr. NEETU SINGH

5 years of experience in dentistry and healthcare · 5 years of experience · India

The healing time for a bone graft can vary depending on factors such as the type of bone grafts used, the location of the graft, your overall health, and how well you follow post operative care instructions. Here is general overview of the recovery process: Initial healing: takes 1-2 weeks. Soft tissue healing takes 2-3 weeks. You might notice some gum covering the area where the graft was placed. Bone healing can take several months. Your body's healing abiland bone health will influence this stage. Final healing takes up to 6 months or more Depending on the complexity of the graft and your individual healing process it can take several months. Follow up appointments: Your dentist will schedule follow up appointments to monitor your healing process.

Expert opinion from Dr. SAMEEHA M S

Four Years of Clinical Experience, BDS - Kerala, India · 1 years of experience · India

Bone grafts are often employed in dental and orthopedic operations to stimulate bone regeneration and provide a firm foundation for dental implants, as well as to correct bone abnormalities. The amount of time usually takes for recovery depends on the severity of the damage or defect being repaired as well as the size of the bone graft. The healing time may last between two and three months. It may take up to three months or longer for the bone graft to recover. Usually, the patients may be advised to avoid strenuous exercise for up to six months.

How long does it take for a tooth extraction site to heal?

Expert opinion from Dr. SAMEEHA M S

Four Years of Clinical Experience, BDS - Kerala, India · 1 years of experience · India

The recovery period for a tooth extraction site depends on a number of factors, including the difficulty of the extraction, the patient's overall health, and post-extraction care guidelines. The gums will start to heal and close surrounding the extracted site about three days after the tooth extraction. The space left by the extracted tooth should be healed within seven to ten days following the procedure, and the gums should no longer be painful or inflamed.

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Expert opinion from Dr. NEETU SINGH

5 years of experience in dentistry and healthcare · 5 years of experience · India

The healing time for a tooth extraction can vary depending on several factors. However, it take 2-3 weeks for initial healing and complete healing(bone healing) can take up to 6 months, this includes the complete remodeling of bone and closing the soft tissue.

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