Tooth extraction is the complete removal of a tooth from its socket. It is done when the tooth is highly damaged and cannot be fixed by fillings, crowns or any other kind of treatment.

However, there are also some other reasons why people need tooth extractions:

• Sometimes the permanent teeth come in before the baby teeth have a chance to fall out by themselves.
• People that want to straighten their teeth by using bracers may need a tooth extracted to create room for the others.
• Wisdom teeth (or third molars) can be extracted even before they fully erupt. This is done when they sometimes get stuck in the jaw. Upper wisdom teeth can be the most painful of tooth extractions, since they usually have three roots instead of two.

 

Currently there are two types of teeth extractions:

• Orthodontic extractions – a simple extraction done by a dentist to a tooth that can be seen in the mouth. They use an elevator and a forceps to remove the broken tooth.
• Surgical extractions – a more complex procedure that is normally done by oral surgeons. It is normally done when a tooth has broken off at the gum line.

As with any procedure, tooth extraction also involves some risks. A “dry socket” problem appears in about 4% of all extractions when the underlying bone remains exposed to air and food. Dry sockets can be extremely painful and often cause problems like bad odour or bad taste. Usually, if you have a dry socket problem, you will experience pain on the third day after the surgery.

Also, there is always the risk of infection. If you have a strong immune system the risks of getting one is extremely low, but if it does happen your dentist will most likely prescribe antibiotics for it. For more details on teeth extractions please don’t hesitate to contact the team at Dublin18 Dental Care near Carrickmines