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tooth
extractions / oral surgery / dental surgery
Tooth
extractions, or even just the idea of oral surgery, can put a person
ill at ease but if you understand the principles
behind pulling teeth and dental surgery in general, the process
having a tooth extraction will be less of an ordeal.
Discover on the following pages some of the common reasons why oral
surgeons recommend, or do not recommend, tooth extractions.
Also, learn what to expect before,
during,
and after
the tooth extraction process. The last pages of this discussion
provide some tips related to dry
sockets and post-extraction
recovery.
When
might a person need a tooth extraction?
You and your dentist may determine that you need a tooth extraction
for any one of a number of reasons. Some teeth are extracted because
they are severely decayed, others may have advanced periodontal disease
("gum disease"), or else have broken in a fashion which cannot be
repaired. Other teeth may need removal because they are poorly positioned
in the mouth (such as impacted wisdom teeth), or else in preparation
for orthodontic treatment ("braces").
When might a tooth extraction be a bad idea?
During
an examination of your teeth and mouth it is possible that your
dentist will present to you various alternative treatments instead
of a tooth extraction. While having a tooth extracted may be less
expensive than the other options proposed it may not be the least
expensive in the long run.
When
a tooth is missing its neighboring teeth will tend to shift, sometimes
significantly, which in turn can have a major impact on your dental
health. Even the removal of a single tooth can lead to problems
related to your chewing ability, problems with your jaw joint, and
predispose the teeth that have shifted to problems also.
To avoid these complications, in most cases, your dentist will probably
recommend to you to replace the tooth that has been extracted. Replacing
a tooth that has been extracted with an artificial one can easily
cost more than the alternative of not having a tooth extraction
and instead rebuilding the tooth.
Tooth Extractions:
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When should you have, or not have, a tooth extraction?
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What to expect before the tooth extraction procedure.
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The principles behind tooth extractions.
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What to expect during the tooth extraction procedure.
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Post extraction instructions: First 24 hours.
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Post extraction instructions: After 24 hours.
Dry sockets.
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How much do tooth extractions cost?
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