Dental extractions are a necessary procedure for a variety of reasons. When a tooth is too damaged to be restored through other means, an extraction may be the only viable option. This can happen due to several factors such as tooth decay, dental trauma, or periodontal (gum) disease that causes immense pain.
Dentists generally offer two types of dental extractions – simple or surgical. With a simple extraction, a set of easily accessible dental tools are used to remove the tooth. The dentist uses local anaesthesia for extraction purposes. A surgical extraction, on the other hand, is performed when the tooth is not easy to access. This process needs an incision to be made in the connective tissue for removing the tooth.
Our dental experts at SameDay Dental Clinic are equipped with advanced tools to carry out tooth extraction in an utmost painless manner. We go above and beyond the set standards to ensure our patients are completely satisfied. Whether it is a simple extraction or a surgery, we will ensure there’s no complication during the entire process.
No, the procedure, whether simple or surgical, is not painful. This is due to the fact that the patient is given anaesthesia before the procedure starts. This numbs the area, and the patient doesn’t feel any pain.
In total, the soft tissue takes about 3 to 4 weeks to heal completely. The patient is advised to relax for 24 hours after extraction. They are also suggested to brush their teeth the normal way, but the site of extraction must be avoided. Smoking and rinsing the mouth is prohibited for the first 24 hours. Moreover, it is recommended to eat only soft food for this duration.