Tooth Extractions

At Sri Bhaskara Eye and Dental Clinics, we are committed to preserving your natural teeth whenever possible. However, in some cases, a tooth extraction may be necessary to maintain overall oral health. Our experienced dental team ensures that every extraction is performed with the utmost care and precision, prioritizing your comfort and well-being.

What Is a Tooth Extraction?

A tooth extraction is a dental procedure where a tooth is removed from its socket in the bone. Extractions are typically recommended when a tooth is severely damaged or decayed, causing pain or risking infection that cannot be treated with other dental procedures like fillings or crowns. Extractions can also be necessary for impacted wisdom teeth, overcrowded teeth, or teeth that are affecting orthodontic treatment.

Reasons for Tooth Extraction

Here are some common reasons why a tooth extraction may be necessary:

• Severe Tooth Decay or Damage: When decay or damage extends deep into the tooth, affecting the pulp or causing an infection, extraction may be the best option to prevent further complications.
• Infection: A tooth infection that cannot be cured with a root canal or antibiotics might need to be extracted to prevent the spread of infection to other teeth or parts of the body.
• Overcrowding: Sometimes, teeth may need to be removed to prepare for orthodontic treatments, such as braces. Removing a tooth can help create space for proper alignment.
• Impacted Teeth: Wisdom teeth, the last set of molars to emerge, often become impacted or stuck in the jawbone, causing pain, infection, or damage to adjacent teeth. In such cases, extraction is often necessary.
• Periodontal Disease: Severe gum disease can weaken the supporting tissues and bone, causing teeth to become loose. In some cases, extraction may be required to maintain the health of the remaining teeth.

The Extraction Procedure

Tooth extraction is a routine procedure that can be performed under local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of the extraction and the patient’s comfort level.

• Preparation and Anesthesia: Our dentist will numb the area around the tooth to minimize discomfort. For more complex cases, such as impacted teeth, sedation or general anesthesia may be used.

• Extraction:

  • Simple Extraction: This is performed on a tooth that is visible in the mouth. The dentist uses an instrument called an elevator to loosen the tooth and forceps to remove it.
  • Surgical Extraction: This is necessary for teeth that are not easily accessible, such as impacted teeth. The dentist may need to make an incision in the gum and possibly remove some bone around the tooth before extraction.

• Post-Extraction Care: After the tooth is removed, the dentist will provide you with instructions for post-operative care. This may include using gauze to control bleeding, applying ice packs to reduce swelling, taking prescribed medications, and following a soft diet for a few days.