Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Toot Extraction (Exodontia)

Nowadays, tooth extraction is the last treatment thought in dentistry. Tooth extraction may be needed if the damage is too severe, decay reached deep into the tooth, risky infections and wisdom teeth exist.

Do I Need to Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

If wisdom teeth cause problems or X-rays show the problems, they need to be removed. There are some reasons that removal might be needed:

• Cavities
• Jaw demage
• Damage to other teeth
• Inflamed Gums
• Sinus Issues
• Alignment

Your dentist may suggest whether wisdom teeth should be removed or not.

After Tooth Extraction

Keeping the are clean and preventing infections are the most important things after the extraction. When the extraction is done, the dentist will give you to bite down on a piece of dry, sterile gauze for up to 30 minutes to limit bleeding. This is because clotting takes place after the extraction. Clotting is needed for the extraction area to heal and fill with bone over time.

Fort he next 24 hours, you should not smoke, consume alcohol and fizzy drinks , spit or clean the teeth next to the extraction site. Morever, a certain amount of pain can be expected following an extraction. In some cases, a dentist recommend a pain killer for you. Tooth extraction is necessary for the health and keep your smile healthy, if it is needed.

If you experience severe pain and bleeding exists longer, consult your dentist immediately.