1. Why we extract a tooth ?
- Some people have extra teeth that block other teeth from coming in.
- Sometimes baby teeth don't fall out in time to allow the permanent teeth to come in.
- People getting braces may need teeth extracted to create room for the teeth that are being moved into place.
- People receiving radiation to the head and neck may need to have teeth in the field of radiation extracted.
- People receiving cancer drugs may develop infected teeth because these drugs weaken the immune system. Infected teeth may need to be extracted.
2. Why we need to disclose past medical history ?
For better understanding of your current health status and to cross check drugs and medication interactions. ( if you are on any)
many procedures are contraindicated in various medical conditions and some need stopage of previous medication. it's always better to take your doctors advice before any dental procedures.
3. Is tooth extraction is painful ?
It is not a painful treatment if you follow all advices given by your doctors.
e.g.
Eat well,
Take medicines,
stop bad habits.
4. How much time is needed for single tooth extraction ?
on an average it takes 30 mins but may require longer up to 45 mins if tooth is broken ( more Carious ) / root pieces.
your doctor will advice you accordingly.
5. Will it pain after extraction is completed ? for how much time if any ?
Usually after effect of anasthesia wears off gradually some patients feel some kind of discomfort or even pain after few hrs i.e. 2 hrs
But if you take proper medication as advised by your doctor then it should not happen.
6. How much time is needed to heal the socket after extraction ?
as per studies it takes 7 to 21 days for healing of extaction socket.
we as a patient need to take care of scocket as advised by our dentist and not to touch it directly.