Frequently Asked Questions About Tooth Extraction

What are the conditions for Tooth Extraction?

✓ In severe decay and fractures after trauma, the tooth is extracted.
✓ Teeth that cannot hold on to the bone tissue, which is severely weakened due to untreated gum disease and wobbling teeth are extracted.
✓ Deciduous teeth that have not fallen out in time are extracted so that they do not interfere with the natural development of the growing permanent tooth.
✓ In some orthodontic treatments, the need to gain space in the jaw arises to position the teeth appropriately. In such cases, the tooth can be extracted even if it is healthy. However, these types of extractions should be well planned by expert orthodontists.
✓ Impacted teeth are extracted if they damage the jaw structure and other teeth.

The most important point in tooth extraction is to perform the procedure in a way that will not damage the jaw and adjacent teeth.

How Long Does Tooth Extraction Last?

The standard tooth extraction time is 15 to 20 minutes. Surgical tooth extraction can be completed in a longer time.

Will it hurt during tooth extraction?

The procedure is performed with local anesthesia. You don’t feel pain.

What Should Be Paid Attention To After Tooth Extraction?

✓ In standard tooth extraction, the healing process is usually comfortable. In some cases, your dentist may prescribe pain relievers.
✓ The healing process is longer in surgical tooth extraction. It is natural to have pain for 2-3 days. Your dentist will prescribe the necessary medicines for you.
✓ After tooth extraction, food should not be eaten until the effect of anesthesia is eliminated.
✓ It is beneficial not to take a bath with hot water for 1 day, as it can accelerate the blood flow in the space of the extracted tooth.

Can Implant Be Performed After Tooth Extraction?

Immediate implant application is among the options if the bone structure is not damaged and there is no infection in the tooth socket.