Tooth extractions; It is performed in cases such as caries, damage due to trauma, gum problems and bone resorption. Orthodontic treatment may also be a reason for tooth extraction, and teeth that prevent treatment may need to be extracted. Surgical interventions can also be performed according to the condition of the tooth in tooth extraction. Unless there is such a situation, tooth extraction is an extremely simple procedure.
Some or all of the existing teeth may need to be extracted during prosthetic applications. In patients with extensive tooth loss, intact teeth can be extracted for complete denture application. If there is a fracture in the jawbone or tooth root due to trauma, the teeth that cannot be saved with a different treatment are extracted.
How Is Tooth Extraction Performed?
During routine tooth extraction, a gripping tool called forceps is used. The tooth grasped with this tool is moved back and forth and separated from the jawbone. Since the area to be treated is anesthetized with local anesthesia, the patient does not feel any pain or pain while the tooth is being extracted.
Things to Do Before Tooth Extraction
Tooth extraction is a procedure that requires certain procedures before and after. In the first stage, a detailed intraoral examination of the patient is performed by the dentist. The problem area is determined by listening to the patient’s complaints. In this process, dental imaging technologies are also assisted.
If there is a situation that requires tooth extraction, it is examined whether there is inflammation in the area where the tooth is located. In case of such problems, the procedure is performed after the inflammation is eliminated with antibiotic treatment before tooth extraction.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are 2 in the lower jaw and 2 in the upper jaw, a total of four. If these teeth develop by following a normal course, they will come out completely by the age of 25. Wisdom teeth, in some cases, cannot come to the surface by staying under the gum or jawbone, causing severe pain. Even if they come out, there may also be wisdom teeth that press on other teeth and sink into the cheek. With a detailed examination and dental imaging by your dentist, normal tooth extraction or surgical operation can be decided for wisdom tooth extraction.
Impacted Tooth Extraction
If the wisdom tooth is impacted, a surgical operation decision is made. During this operation, the comfort of the patient is increased by applying local anesthesia. After the numbness is achieved, the bone tissue surrounding the tooth is removed. If the root structure is suitable, the tooth is extracted in one piece. Otherwise, the dentist partially removes the tooth and closes the operation area by suturing. Stitches are removed after about 10 days by ensuring gingival fusion.
What to Do After Tooth Extraction
In the first two hours after routine tooth extraction and wisdom tooth extraction, you should not eat or drink anything. If the wisdom tooth extraction was performed with a surgical operation, the swelling that will occur after the effect of anesthesia may be more. For this reason, you can reduce swelling by making ice compresses. Consumption of very hard foods should be avoided until the swelling subsides. A certain amount of bleeding is considered normal in both operations. In case of increased bleeding, you should contact your doctor immediately. You can reduce bleeding by placing a pillow under your head while you sleep.
After the procedure, a clot occurs in the area where the tooth is extracted. It is extremely important that the structure of this clot is not deteriorated, in terms of preventing the formation of inflammation. You should not rinse your mouth with water until healing is achieved. You should also avoid spitting vigorously. Regular use of the medicines prescribed by your doctor accelerates the healing process. After tooth extraction, you need to maintain oral hygiene. You can start brushing teeth 24 hours after normal tooth extraction and surgical operations. Your toothbrush, floss or interface brush; You should be careful not to touch the extraction area until healing is achieved.
