Tooth Extractions in Harrisdale
What are Tooth Extractions?
Tooth extraction is one of the important part of oral care.
Tooth extraction is a technique that should only be performed by a trained dentist. The dentist will give you an anaesthetic so you won’t feel any discomfort during the procedure. Local anaesthesia, sedation anaesthesia, and general anaesthesia are all types of anaesthesia. Depending on your case, one type may be better than the other.
Benefits of
Tooth Extractions
Better oral health
Dentists work hard to keep cavities and infections from spreading to nearby teeth. When the infection has spread to other teeth, it may be too late to save the tooth. The longer you put off having a tooth extracted, the more difficult or invasive the treatment will be. The likelihood of losing not only one or two teeth, but possibly more, is determined by the type of infection and the severity of the condition overall.
It alleviates pain.
Dental pain is a common reason for appointments to the dentist, but you don't have to suffer any longer. Minor concerns such as food debris in the teeth or tooth rot can be handled by your dentist. However, there could be other underlying reasons for tooth pain, such as a growing or impacted wisdom tooth that needs to be removed.
Why Choose Piara Waters Dental For
Tooth Extractions
Call Piara Waters Dental today at 08 6196 4661 if you need a tooth extraction, or schedule an appointment online.
FAQ’s About Tooth Extractions
What causes tooth discolouration?
Risk of infection
If your immune system is compromised, especially if you are undergoing chemotherapy or an organ transplant, the risk of infection from a single tooth may be enough reason to extract it.
Overcrowded teeth
Dentists may pull teeth to prepare the mouth for orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment is used to improve tooth alignment, which can be difficult if your teeth are too big for your mouth. Your dentist may also advise you to have your tooth removed if it is unable to break through the gum (erupt) because there is insufficient space in your mouth for it.
Infection
If decay or damage penetrates the tooth pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels, bacteria in the mouth can enter the tooth. Infection can result from bacteria that invade the pulp. If antibiotics or root canal treatment are ineffective, extraction may be necessary.
Periodontal disease
If your teeth become loose due to gum disease, which is an inflammation of the tissues and bones that surround and support the teeth, they may need to be extracted.
What Happens During A Tooth Extraction?
Simple extraction
After the dentist administers the local anaesthesia, they will use an “elevator” to loosen the tooth from the gum. Then they will use force to extract it out of the gum.
You may feel some pressure, but you should not be bothered. If you feel pain, notify your dentist, and they will administer additional local anesthesia to numb the area.
Surgical extraction
The dentist will make an incision in your gums after administering the local anaesthesia.
They will remove any bone that is obstructing access to the tooth’s root. The tooth will next be extracted and divided into sections for easy removal.
After a simple or surgical extraction, your dentist will clean the area and suture the wound closed.
Lastly, sterile gauze is usually placed over the wound to reduce bleeding and aid in the formation of a blood clot. You will have to bite on this gauze for 20–30 minutes.
Is A Tooth Extraction Painful?
A tooth extraction might be unpleasant, but local anaesthesia is usually used to make the procedure painless.
In general, dentists prescribe over-the-counter or prescription pain medication to help patients manage the discomfort and pain after extractions.
How Long Does It Take For The Extraction Site To Heal?
You can expect to experience pain and tenderness at the extraction site within one to three days.
Recovery time for simple extraction
When a tooth with only one root is extracted, the tooth pocket usually heals within seven days. On the other hand, if a large tooth with several roots is removed, the extraction site will completely heal after several months.
Surgical extraction recovery period.
After roughly six weeks, the hole in your tooth will be entirely or almost completely sealed. After a few more months, the indentation often fills up and heals entirely.
What To Do To Make The Extraction Site Heal Faster?
Get plenty of rest.
Avoid doing any strenuous activity. Make sure you keep your head elevated with pillows to reduce swelling and bleeding.
Choose soft foods.
Keep your diet soft for a few days after your surgery by consuming liquids or soft foods.
Prescribed pain medications. If you are prescribed antibiotics, follow the directions provided by your dentist.
Gentle brush.
Brush and floss only when the surgical site has completely healed. Continue brushing and flossing the rest of your mouth, though.
Avoid smoking.
Nicotine is a significant blocker that reduces the amount of oxygen and nutrients given to the surgery area. As a result, recovery time will be delayed, and the chance of problems will increase. Additionally, smoking can cause dry sockets, a painful condition that can occur following tooth extraction. A dry socket occurs when the blood clot that forms over the healing area prematurely detaches.
Maintaining your oral health.
For 24 hours after your extraction, gently rinse four times a day with warm salt water (one teaspoon salt in a glass of warm water).Rinse your mouth after each meal and snack to ensure that any food particles near the extraction site are removed by the water. Also, your dentist may suggest a chlorhexidine rinse to eliminate bacteria.
How To Avoid A Dry Socket After Extraction?
After a tooth is extracted, a blood clot forms to protect the bone and nerve tissue. It also helps with gum healing, so it should be left in place until your gums have healed completely. When something disrupts or dissolves the blood clot in the socket, you develop a “dry socket.”
To avoid a dry socket, the following steps should be taken:
Practise good oral hygiene. It is important to have a clean mouth to avoid developing dry sockets. By maintaining a clean mouth, you can avoid bacteria and diseases causing damage to your blood clot.
Consult your dentist for instructions on brushing your teeth following surgery. Your dentist may recommend rinsing your mouth and then brushing very lightly the next day. Following surgery, your dentist may prescribe an antibacterial mouthwash.
Avoid using a straw. A blood clot can be dislodged by the suction movement of air and cheek muscles in a straw. It is recommended that you avoid drinking from straws for a week following the extraction.
Avoid smoking. Dry sockets following tooth extraction are much more likely to develop in smokers and tobacco users. Through forceful inhalation, smoking may dislodge blood clots. Additionally, cigarette products include compounds that have been shown to delay healing and increase the chance of infection.
Diet. On the first day following surgery, you should consume only soft foods such as applesauce, yoghurt, and mashed potatoes. On the second day, you can slowly add slightly more substantial items, but always switch to soft foods if you encounter any pain.
It is crucial to avoid soup since sucking may cause the blood clot to dislodge. Also, you should avoid crunchy foods such as chips, nuts, seeds, and sticky foods that may become lodged in your sockets.
Alternatives To Tooth Extraction
Extraction is usually the only option for a damaged or diseased tooth. It is always preferable to save teeth rather than lose them. Before deciding whether to have your teeth pulled, consider the following options:
Root canal. An infection of the pulp or nerve of a tooth requires root canal treatment. An endodontic procedure involves removing the nerve and pulp from the tooth and cleaning and sealing the inside of the tooth.
Apicoectomy. If inflammation or infection persists near the end of a root following a root canal treatment, the treatment of removing the end of a root might be performed to save a tooth. A dentist performs this minimally invasive surgical treatment to see the underlying bone and remove inflamed or diseased tissue near the tooth. The root’s tip is also removed. In some instances, a filling may be applied to seal the end of the root canal, and stitches or sutures may be used to aid in tissue recovery. The bone around the root recovers over time. Because the local anaesthesia makes the dental procedure more comfortable, most patients return to their normal routine the following day. There is usually little postoperative discomfort.
When Can You Get An Implant Or Dentures After Extraction?
The Cost Of Tooth Extraction
The cost of tooth extraction is influenced by a number of factors. Simple extractions, for example, will be less expensive than complex extractions. The following are the average costs for tooth extractions in Western Australia:
- Simple extraction costs between $188 and $259 per tooth.
- Complex extraction may cost $388-$452 per tooth.
Factors Affecting The Cost Of Tooth Extraction
The type of tooth extraction
The traditional method of rocking and pulling the teeth at the gumline is less expensive. On the other hand, a wisdom tooth that is impacted may need dental surgery and other dental equipment, so it will almost certainly cost more to remove.
Dental fee
While the Australian Dental Association has established professional fee guidelines, fees for wisdom tooth extraction are not regulated. Aside from the dentist’s expertise, the location of the dental office may influence the cost of routine tooth extractions. It will also increase the cost of treatment if a specialist, such as a dental surgeon, is required.
Private health insurance coverage
Private health insurance generally covers a wider range of dental services than most public health insurance plans. Before choosing a treatment plan, check with your dentist to see if they accept your insurance. Out-of-pocket expenses will be reduced as a result of this.