WHAT IS TOOTH EXTRACTION

 

When a person suffers from extreme tooth decay or infection, he needs to have a tooth extraction. One or two teeth are to be removed for putting braces and it is called a braces tooth extraction. Tooth extraction is the process of removing the tooth completely from the socket. 

It is carried out by a dental surgeon and is performed after giving local anaesthesia to the patient. Visible tooth removal is a simple process. But the teeth that are broken, infected, or under the surface need a complex operation. The extraction is recommended in the case of:

• Tooth cavities

• Fractured tooth

• Crowded teeth

• Gum disease

• Dental injuries

TOOTH EXTRACTION COST

The cost of a tooth extraction varies from place to place. The infected tooth removal cost is somewhere between INR 6400 and INR 32000. The process of infected tooth extraction starts only after a proper examination by the dentist. He takes the X-Ray of the tooth and then suggests you a suitable procedure. The extraction of the tooth can be simple or surgical.

TOOTH EXTRACTION PROCEDURE

SIMPLE EXTRACTION involves providing local anaesthesia to the patient, and then with an elevator, the tooth is loosened to be removed by the forceps later.

SURGICAL EXTRACTION is a complex process and is carried out by a dental surgeon. He puts a small incision in your gum line and may remove the bone to aid in the removal of a tooth. The tooth may need to be cut before being extracted from the mouth.

SIDE EFFECTS OF TOOTH EXTRACTION

There are fewer risks involved in tooth extraction. But if you notice the following signs:

• Excessive bleeding

• High fever with chills

• Feeling of nausea

• Cough

• Pain in the chest

• Swelling at the site of surgery

You must contact your dentist immediately.

WHAT TO DO AFTER TOOTH EXTRACTION

Usually, it takes a few days to recover from tooth extraction. You can follow certain post-surgery steps to recover fast. The following measures can help you to minimize the pain after tooth extraction:

• Applying an ice pack to reduce swelling.

• The gauze should be left for 3 to 4 hours or till the pad is soaked by the blood.

• Take the prescribed antibiotics on time.

• Take proper rest for 24 hours.

• Avoid drinking liquids through a straw.

• Avoid smoking.

• Avoid hard brushing and flossing.

• Use lukewarm water mixed with salt to clean the area.

• Keep the area of extraction clean

WHAT TO EAT AFTER TOOTH EXTRACTION

If you have undergone a tooth extraction, then to recover fast you should eat the food items recommended by the dentist.

• You should eat soft food items that require less biting.

• Drink soup that is cold or lukewarm.

• Taking a smoothie is a great way to reduce acidity.

• Mash or puree the food items that need more chewing.

• Avoid eating spicy, crunchy, or solid food items.

It is never easy to get teeth extraction done. Consult your dentist before taking any decision.