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What to Know Before Going Through with a Tooth Extraction

Oral health and hygiene is an important part of everyone's life and maintaining it is also very important. Most of the time it is seen that many people suffer from different forms of oral health complications due to varied reasons. Depending upon the issue the dentist may recommend tooth extraction to prevent the spreading of the disease to other teeth. The tooth extraction is often viewed as a last resort to a dental issue. Go through the slide to know about certain things before opting for a tooth extraction.

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What to Know Before Going Through with a Tooth Extraction

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  1. What to Know Before Going Through With a Tooth Extraction

  2. Tooth extractions are often viewed as a last resort to a dental issue, but they may be necessary or helpful for giving you the healthy smile you deserve.

  3. To help inform yourself about the tooth extraction process and how to best prepare, here are some basic facts about the procedure and what you should expect.

  4. Why a tooth may need to be removed

  5. There is likely a good reason why a dentist would suggest a tooth extraction and it is important to ask questions so that you feel more comfortable with your decision.

  6. Here are the two most likely scenarios that necessitate an extraction:

  7. Infections and risks

  8. Decayed, infected, or excessively damaged teeth may need to be removed in order to address the infection effectively and other options are not as effective as tooth extraction.

  9. Preparatory for teeth alignment

  10. Moreover, it is common for orthodontists to recommend tooth extractions when trying to align a smile optimally.

  11. Many people are born with more teeth than average, or their jawbone structure simply doesn’t allow room for all teeth to fit uniformly.

  12. Important preparations beforehand

  13. Tooth extraction is considered to be a surgical procedure and although relatively mild, it is vital that you prepare yourself for the process of extraction and healing afterward.

  14. Here are a few things you can do beforehand to make your experience more manageable and recovery more efficient-

  15. -Cancel your plans for the following few days -Have someone to drop you off and pick you up from your appointment -Keep your mouth clean by rinsing with warm salt water -Go grocery shopping for plenty of soft foods you can eat during your recovery process -Set realistic expectations for your recovery – it usually takes a few weeks to heal from a tooth extraction procedure

  16. Health concerns to be aware of

  17. Dental health is often related to blood and heart health which is why it is important to have a good understanding of your existing health before a dental procedure like an extraction.

  18. Here are a few important conditions and situations you should report to your dentist or oral surgeon beforehand-

  19. -Cirrhosis of the liver -Prior surgeries, like joint replacement surgery -Heart issues – problems with heart valves, heart disease -Infective endocarditis or other heart conditions -Immune system deficiencies

  20. After care for your tooth extraction site

  21. Here are some tips to take care of your health after tooth extraction-

  22. Do not use a straw – this will prevent dislodging of the natural, necessary blood clot, which helps the wound heal and prevents dry socket from occurring Use cold compresses and ice packs to keep swelling to a minimum Keep gauze on the wound for several house after surgery. Be gentle with your oral care for a few days, but be sure to rinse the area with warm salt water - continue normal oral care routines, but stay away from the wound area Stay away from chewy, or especially hard foods – stick to soft, mild-temperature foods Cancel your plans and park yourself on the couch for a few days Do not smoke – it can lead to infections and slow down the healing process

  23. Signs of complications to be on the lookout for

  24. While understandably some pain, swelling, and mild bleeding is normal after a tooth extraction procedure but here are some that warrant contacting your dentist-

  25. Excessive nausea or inability to keep food down Problems breathing regularly The beginnings of an infection: fever, prolonged, excessive swelling, fluid oozing or discharge from the wound

  26. How we can help

  27. Many individuals have great trepidation about the tooth extraction process, and that’s normal - should you encounter this situation, we can help you feel more comfortable going through it.

  28. The gentle professionals here at Dental Group of Simi Valley, CA, have performed countless extractions and our clients report success and satisfaction even years after.

  29. If you did like to learn more about our experience with tooth extractions or would like to know more about the process, please contact one of our helpful professionals today.

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