Tooth Extraction
It's a rather complicated procedure that requires special knowledge, experience, and a particular skill set from the dentist.
Does my tooth need to be extracted?
When it comes to permanent teeth, tooth extraction is done only in the most extreme cases. Saving the tooth is always the first option. But when the treatment is not possible, it is often due to one of the following conditions
Placement of a bracket system or prostheses in the case when some teeth interfere with this process
Severe forms of cysts, granulomas, pulpitis
Periodontal disease or periodontitis
A wisdom tooth that is growing in the wrong direction or causes specific problems during its growth
How are tooth extractions done?
Doctor exam, collection of medical history, local anesthesia
Forceps fixation, movement and detachment of the tooth from the bone and gum
Dislocation of the tooth
Treatment of the socket hole with antiseptics and other medications
Suturing (carried out only if there is a large wound surface)
Typically, simple tooth extraction goes without problems, but some complications are possible in rare cases. Those can be a root fracture, bleeding, soft tissue injury, and other pathologies that will require immediate correction from Dr.Regina and her team.
Simple (non-complicated) removal of a tooth performed in several stages:
Post-tooth extraction complications
If you have a toothache after extraction, do not be surprised. Unnecessary complications are easily avoidable.
In case of toothache , it is not the tooth but rather the gum that hurts. This is a fairly common complication that many people report.
Infection is another common complication. The socket after a tooth extraction is a vulnerable place into which dangerous bacteria can quickly enter.
What to do after tooth extraction?
as soon as the bleeding stops, remove the gauze pad from your mouth as it can cause infection
apply an icepack to your cheek a couple of times a day, for 5 minutes
do not eat for 2-3 hours after tooth extraction
eliminate intense physical activities for several days
avoid taking hot baths, showers, and saunas for the first 24 hours to prevent bleeding
give up hard food for the early few days
rinse with the prescribed solution three times a day, but very carefully to not remove a blood clot from the wound
do not smoke or consume alcohol, at least until the tooth socket is completely healed
How much does it cost to extract a tooth?
Those who need extraction due to severe pain are unlikely to worry about the price. But no matter the procedure's motivation, the cost of simple extractions at Cedar Park Dental Wellness is very affordable.
Cost starts from $284 per tooth
and goes up to $660 for extremely complicated cases.