Tooth Extraction
Tooth Extraction
Tooth extraction is a dental procedure where a tooth is removed from its socket in the bone. While dentists always aim to save natural teeth with treatments like fillings, root canals, or crowns, sometimes extraction becomes the best option to protect overall oral health.
Why Might You Need a Tooth Extraction?
Tooth extractions are done for various reasons, including:
- Severe tooth decay or infection that cannot be restored with fillings, crowns, or root canals
- Impacted wisdom teeth that cause pain, swelling, or infection risk
- Orthodontic treatments (braces) where teeth need removal to create space for proper alignment
- Fractured or broken teeth that cannot be repaired
- Gum disease (periodontitis) leading to loose or damaged teeth
- Overcrowding where extra teeth block proper growth of others
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Types of Tooth Extractions
- Simple Extraction – Performed on visible teeth using specialized instruments under local anesthesia.
- Surgical Extraction – Required for impacted, broken, or complex teeth such as wisdom teeth. This involves making a small incision in the gum and sometimes removing bone around the tooth.
Tooth Extraction Procedure
- Before starting the extraction, a thorough examination and digital X-rays are done to check the tooth’s position and root structure.
- Local anesthesia is then given to numb the area, ensuring the procedure is completely painless.
- In simple extractions, the dentist gently loosens the tooth using advanced dental instruments and carefully removes it from the socket.
- In cases where the tooth is impacted or broken (commonly seen with wisdom teeth), a surgical extraction is required. This may involve making a small incision in the gum, trimming bone around the tooth, or sectioning the tooth for easier removal.
- Once the tooth is removed, the area is cleaned, and if required, stitches are placed to aid healing.
- Finally, a gauze pad is placed to control bleeding and promote clot formation.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, usually erupt in the late teens or early twenties. Sometimes they grow at an angle, remain partially trapped in the gums, or press against nearby teeth, leading to pain, swelling, infection, or crowding. In such cases, surgical removal by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon is recommended.
Risks & Complications
Tooth extraction is generally safe, but like any medical procedure, it carries some risks, such as:
- Pain and swelling (temporary)
- Bleeding
- Infection if aftercare is not followed
- Dry socket (loss of blood clot)
- Nerve injury (rare, usually with wisdom tooth extraction)
Aftercare & Recovery Tips
Proper care after extraction ensures smooth healing:
- Bite gently on gauze to control bleeding for 30–45 minutes
- Avoid spitting, smoking, or using a straw for 24 hours (prevents dry socket)
- Apply ice packs to reduce swelling
- Eat soft foods and avoid chewing from the extraction side
- Take prescribed antibiotics and painkillers if advised
- Rinse with warm salt water after 24 hours
- Return for follow-up if sutures are placed
Cost of Tooth Extraction in Kalyan
The cost depends on:
- Type of extraction (simple vs surgical)
- Tooth position (front, molar, or wisdom tooth)
- Complexity of the case
- Need for oral surgeon involvement
Tooth extraction charges generally start from ₹1000 for simple extractions, while surgical extractions and wisdom tooth removals may cost more depending on complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No. With local anesthesia, the procedure is painless. Mild discomfort may occur afterward, which can be managed with medicines.
Simple extractions heal within 7–10 days, while surgical extractions like wisdom tooth removal may take 2–3 weeks.
Not always. Wisdom teeth are only removed if they cause pain, infection, swelling, or misalignment.