The importance of tooth extraction
Tooth extraction is the process of removing a tooth, which is either highly infected, affecting negatively the same and the bone underneath, or it has not enough space to exist in oral cavity. Tooth extraction is also recommended in cases of impacted teeth, because many bacteria that exist in oral cavity an enter them and cause extensive internal infections. At the same time, the pressure caused by an impacted tooth, can affect the surrounding teeth, provoking serious damage accompanied by chronic pain. In such cases, extraction becomes a necessary solution.
Tooth Extraction: The Process
Before the extraction, the dentist is being informed about the patient’s medical history and proceeds to necessary x-rays, in order to understand the extend of the problem, taking into account the physiology and position of the tooth. In this way the dentist estimates the difficulty of the extraction and becomes able to control the circumstances into the oral cavity.
The extraction is carried out after the administration of local anaesthesia and via special tools, such as the extractor and dental forceps. Due to the fact that the anaesthetic looses the contact between the tooth and the gum, the tooth removal can be easier achieved. After the removal, the dentist can smooth the underneath bone superficially and depending on wound extension, he may perform stitches to support faster healing.
Results
After the extraction, the maintenance of the wound in good condition is mandatory. The patient must follow all the hygiene rules, in order to prevent himself from a new infection. The first 24 are very crucial, so the use of sterile gauze important in order to prevent bleeding. Smoking, consumption of hard foods and the brushing of the area are prohibited. When the wound begins to be nourished, the patient must clean it carefully in daily basis, because food residues may re – infect the area. Mouthwashes with salted water are also very helpful.
After tooth extraction discomfort are expected, but can be treated with pain reliefs and anti – inflammatory pills. The administration of antibiotics is not necessary, but it depends on the incident. If the patient become swollen, he bleeds excessively or has fever, should contact immediately with the dentist.
