A regular visit to your dentist and you were told you needed an extraction and that is the moment when a lot of questions start popping up in your head. Well, that’s ok!!
Few of the frequently asked questions well explained with the answers are as follows:
- What is extraction?
-The procedure of removal of the tooth from its socket which is performed for a wide variety of reasons but commonly on those teeth which have become unrestorable.
- What leads to extractions?
-There are many reasons which lead to extraction of tooth, such as
- GROSSLY DECAYED TOOTH
- SUPERNUMERARY TEETH (which are blocking other teeth from eruption)
- CROWDING (in preparation for orthodontic treatment)
- WISDOM TOOTH (eruption of 3rd molars)
- REMAINING ROOTS OF DECAYED TEETH
- Are tooth extractions painful?
- During the procedure, due to the action of local anesthesia you won’t feel any pain.
- After the procedure the soreness and little discomfort will vanish in a day or two.
- How long does it take to recover from tooth extraction??
- Soreness, swelling and discomfort will go after a day or two.
- After the extraction for the gum tissues to heal it takes about 3 to 4 weeks and the bone takes upto 6months.
- What not to eat after tooth extraction??
- Spicy, hot, acidic, crunchy foods should be avoided.
- Ice-creams, juices, smoothies scrambled eggs can be eaten.
- Tea, coffee should be avoided or cooled down to room temperature before consumption.
- What is your duty prior to the extraction?
-Inform the doctor if you have any medical issues or are under any medications.
Keeping these do’s and don’ts in mind one can undergo extractions successfully without any complications.
We at Dr. Krinita Motwani’s Dental Clinic strive to give our patients the best dental care, book your appointment now. Call / Whatsapp at 9820280343, visit us at www.drkrinitamotwani.com.
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