Tooth Extraction
Tooth Extraction Tooth extraction is a treatment that involves removing the tooth from the bone in its socket. The reasons are as follows:.
- Tooth decay reaches the nerve cavity and cannot be restored.
- A tooth with periodontal disease (gum disease) that is severely inflamed cannot be treated.
- Baby teeth do not fall out over time. This causes permanent teeth to not come in or grow in the wrong position.
- Teeth that need to be extracted for v-orthodontic treatment
- Teeth that need to be extracted for replacement
- Caused by accidents, broken teeth, broken teeth that cannot be repaired, or a broken tooth root
- Teeth with bone pathology around the tooth root, such as a cyst, tumor, osteomyelitis, or dead jaw bone.
- Problems with the position and emergence of teeth that the dentist deems appropriate to remove, such as wisdom teeth, impacted teeth, extra teeth, or teeth that are not being used
Preparation before tooth extraction
- Prepare your body and mind for tooth extraction. If you have any congenital diseases, you should inform your dentist as well.
- Eat beforehand in moderation; don't eat too much. And don't let yourself be too hungry because it may cause you to faint during the tooth extraction.
After tooth extraction
- Bite firmly on the gauze for about 1 hour, or as recommended by your dentist. If there is a lot of blood, Change the gauze the dentist gave you. By washing your hands thoroughly before changing. While biting the gauze, do not suck the wound. Spitting with water or saliva Because it will cause the blood to stop flowing more slowly. and swallow normally.
- The anesthetic may take effect for 2–3 hours.
- Do not eat spicy food or alcohol, and do not smoke.
- Avoid exercise for 1-2 days.