Pain-Free Tooth Extractions Alexandria by the Best Dental Clinic

After Tooth Extraction

The standard process is forming a blood clot to stop bleeding and initiate healing. We will place a gauze pad in your mouth for around half an hour. If bleeding or oozing continues, use another gauze pad and apply firm pressure for another 30 minutes. You may need to repeat this process multiple times until the bleeding stops.

The form of the clot is critical, and you must abstain from dislodging the clot. Avoid rinsing the clot, sucking on straws or brushing the teeth around the tooth extraction for the next four days. This is because these activities can negatively impact the healing process. It would be best if you also avoid vigorous exercise for the next couple of days as exercise can increase blood pressure resulting in bleeding from the teeth extraction site.

The recovery time is around 24 hours, and you should resume normal dental practice afterwards. This will surely add to the healing process and keep your mouth fresh.

Situations When Dentist Recommends Tooth Extractions

Tooth extractions are typically performed in the following situations;

Fractured or Cracked Teeth

Teeth can break or crack due to various reasons, such as biting down on something hard or experiencing severe mouth injuries. While mild or moderate cases can often be treated with a crown, severe breaks or cracks may require extraction. In such cases, the dentist will carefully evaluate the extent of the damage before deciding on extraction as the appropriate treatment option.

Severe Tooth Decay (Cavities)

Tooth extraction may be necessary when cavities caused by plaque build-up lead to extensive tooth decay. Fillings or crowns can address most cavities, but severely decayed teeth may need to be extracted to prevent further complications such as infection and the spread of decay. The dentist will conduct a thorough examination and consider the overall oral health before recommending extraction.

Advanced Gum Disease

Gum disease, resulting from plaque build-up, can progress to a point where it causes tooth loss due to the breakdown of the gum tissue surrounding the teeth. In severe cases of periodontal disease, extraction becomes necessary to eliminate the source of infection and protect the remaining teeth and gums. The dentist will typically try other treatments first, but extraction may be the best option for advanced gum disease that doesn’t respond to other interventions.

Retained Baby Teeth

If baby teeth do not fall out naturally, preventing the eruption of permanent teeth, extraction may be recommended to facilitate the proper growth of adult teeth. The dentist will evaluate the positioning and development of the permanent teeth to determine if extraction is necessary and if the timing is appropriate for the child’s dental health.

Crowded Teeth

Orthodontic treatment, such as braces, may require dental extraction when teeth are overcrowded. Extracting a few teeth creates space for proper alignment of the remaining teeth, allowing the orthodontist to achieve optimal results with braces or other orthodontic appliances. The decision to extract teeth for orthodontic purposes will be based on a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s bite, jaw alignment, and treatment goals.

Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Many people lack sufficient space for their wisdom teeth to grow, resulting in impaction. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause pain, infections, and jaw damage. Extraction is often recommended in such cases.

Book an Appointment Today!

Are you suffering from pain and in need of tooth extraction in Alexandria? Give us a call to get an expert opinion from Dr Peter Tadros. An x-ray of teeth will tell the story. After examining it, we will then recommend the treatment that suits you the best. We wish you a speedy recovery so that you can focus on your essential tasks and get back to your everyday life.