Tooth extraction or exodontia is a surgical procedure to remove teeth. These can be simple or complex depending on the condition and situation of each tooth.
➔ Simple: it can be due to deep caries, periodontal disease, supernumerary teeth (extra teeth), bad position, lack of maxillary or mandibular space, or temporary teeth.
➔ Complex: when the patient has health conditions that limit the procedure such as heart disease, blood circulation problems, or allergy to anesthesia. They are also considered complex when there are multiple extractions in a single surgery, there is compromised tissue or bone in the procedure, or some additional treatment must be done.
What does exodontics consist of?
- Our experts carry out a general evaluation of the mouth, gums, and teeth.
- Then they review the radiographic findings and confirm the number of teeth to be extracted and the degree of difficulty of the extraction: simple or complex.
- Finally, the extraction process: the patient is anesthetized and an incision is made in the gum to separate the tooth from the gum and remove the affected or infected tissue if necessary.
The suggested general care after an extraction is:
- Avoid touching the wound with fingers or tongue.
- Maintain a diet of soft foods.
- Avoid very hot foods.
- Chew on the opposite side of the extraction.
- Brush teeth three times a day with a soft toothbrush avoiding brushing or touching the wound.
- Do not spit or rinse your mouth for the first 24 hours.
- Avoid forceful sitting and sucking on drinks for the first 24 hours.
- Do not drink alcoholic beverages or smoke for the first 48 hours.
- No high-impact sports or physical exertion until 2 days later.
In case of bleeding, pain or unusual discomfort consult your specialist.
