Extraction
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:
1.
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.
2.
What leads to extractions?
-There are many reasons which lead to
extraction of tooth, such as
o GROSSLY DECAYED TOOTH
o SUPERNUMERARY TEETH (which
are blocking other teeth from eruption)
o CROWDING (in preparation
for orthodontic treatment)
o WISDOM TOOTH (eruption of
3rd molars)
o REMAINING ROOTS OF DECAYED
TEETH
3.
Are tooth extractions
painful?
o
During
the procedure, due to the action of local anesthesia you won’t feel any pain.
o
After
the procedure the soreness and little discomfort will vanish in a day or two.
4.
How long does it take to
recover from tooth extraction??
o Soreness, swelling and
discomfort will go after a day or two.
o After the extraction for
the gum tissues to heal it takes about 3 to 4 weeks and the bone takes upto
6months.
5.
What not to eat after
tooth extraction??
o Spicy, hot, acidic,
crunchy foods should be avoided.
o Ice-creams, juices,
smoothies scrambled eggs can be eaten.
o Tea, coffee should be
avoided or cooled down to room temperature before consumption.
6.
What is your duty prior to
the extraction?
-Inform the doctor if you have any
medical issues or are under any medications.
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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