Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Tooth Extraction

Tooth extraction is a common procedure in dentistry and is used when a tooth needs to be extracted for various reasons. A tooth extraction may be needed for many reasons, including severe decay or serious damage to the teeth. As one of the most common dental procedures, tooth extraction can eliminate bacteria where necessary and improve your overall oral health.

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    Tooth Extraction with Modern Technologies

    Oral and maxillofacial surgery is an area that requires expertise in the tooth extraction process. Tooth extraction is a treatment method generally preferred in cases such as tooth damage, decay or space constraints. This procedure is a meticulous intervention by the surgeon and is performed under local anesthesia to ensure the patient's comfort. The care and healing processes to be considered after tooth extraction are critical for the protection of oral health. Specialist dentists help patients achieve a healthy smile with additional treatment methods to be recommended after tooth extraction when necessary.

    • Modern Technology

      With modern techniques and local anesthesia, tooth extraction has become a painless procedure.

    • Fast Recovery Process

      The recommended care and treatment methods after tooth extraction ensure a fast and healthy recovery.

    What is Tooth Extraction?

    Tooth extraction is a dental treatment procedure in which the tooth is completely removed from its socket. It is usually performed by a general dentist, oral surgeon or periodontist. Tooth extraction may be required in a variety of situations, such as decayed teeth, correction of jaw structure, dental trauma or to solve problems related to tooth extraction. This procedure can be performed in a variety of situations, from emergency situations where symptoms such as pain or discomfort are present, to routine procedures that are scheduled as needed during regular dental care.

    What are the Conditions Requiring Tooth Extraction?

    Dentists prefer to preserve natural teeth as much as possible. However, sometimes other restorative methods, such as dental fillings or dental crowns, are not sufficient for treatment. If the tooth is too damaged to be treated, it may need to be extracted. A dentist may recommend tooth extraction in the following cases:

    • Tooth decay: Tooth decay compromises the structural integrity of the tooth and can progress over time, leading to tooth extraction. The dentist can extract excessively decayed and unsalvageable teeth to prevent damage to healthy teeth.
    • Dental trauma: Accidents or blows to the teeth can result in cracks, fractures or other serious damage. In these cases, it may not be possible to save the tooth and it may need to be extracted.
    • Curvature or crowding of teeth: In some cases, crowding or misalignment of teeth can cause problems with the jaw structure. The dentist may recommend tooth extraction to correct these conditions.
    • Gum disease: Advanced gum disease can cause damage to the tissues that support the teeth. In this case, the teeth may need to be extracted.
    • Common damage to the teeth: In some cases, widespread damage to the teeth occurs and it may not be possible to save the teeth. In this case, the teeth may need to be extracted and alternative treatments such as dentures or implants may be necessary.
    • Implanted teeth: Implanted teeth are teeth that are trapped under the gum or in the jawbone and have not erupted correctly. Especially when accompanied by symptoms such as pain, swelling, pressure on the jawbone or surrounding teeth, impacted teeth may need to be extracted.

    What are the Side Effects of Tooth Extraction?

    As with any surgical procedure, tooth extraction can have some side effects. These side effects may include:

    • Pain and discomfort: Tooth extraction pain is a common side effect after tooth extraction. There may be mild swelling, tenderness and pain, especially in the extraction area, which usually subsides within a few days.
    • Bleeding: There may be slight bleeding after tooth extraction. Your dentist may recommend that you apply pressure to the extraction site and, if necessary, stop the bleeding with a gauze pad or cotton ball.
    • Swelling and bruising: In some cases, swelling may occur after tooth extraction. Swelling and bruising can be seen in the jaw and face.
    • Infection: Infection can develop at the tooth extraction site. Therefore, the dentist may prescribe antibiotics.

    Dentists mostly prefer to preserve teeth. However, in some cases such as excessive decay, tooth damage or jaw problems, tooth extraction may be necessary. People with dental conditions can start treatment by making an appointment at oral and dental health centers or dental polyclinics to regain a healthy mouth structure.

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    The dentist may give you some instructions to follow after the extraction. These instructions may include rest, dietary restrictions, taking medication as prescribed by the doctor and keeping the infection site clean.

    The recovery period after tooth extraction usually takes a few days. However, it usually takes several weeks for the jawbone to heal completely.

    Tooth extraction is usually performed while the patient is under local anesthesia, so the patient usually does not feel pain during the extraction. However, there may be some mild discomfort or pain after the procedure, but this usually subsides within a few days.