Why Tooth Extraction?
• Tooth damage due to infection or decay or breakage. This is a most common reason for tooth extraction. • Extra tooth that obstruct other teeth from coming in • Extra tooth that obstruct orthodontic treatment i.e. to make space for this treatment • Tooth that is unsuitable for root canal treatment • Tooth associated with gum diseases • Tooth that is not properly positioned • Impacted tooth Aftercare of Tooth Extraction: • Strictly and carefully follow the aftercare measures suggested by your dentist. • Take medicines as prescribed by your dentist. • Encourage a clot to form at the extraction site. • Avoid smoking till the extraction site is completely healed. • Avoid doing vigorous exercise for one week. • Avoid strenuous activity at least for 5 to 6 hours after the extraction. • Avoid hard foods. For the first three days take liquids without using a straw and have soft foods. • Strictly avoid chewing on the extraction site till the wound is okay. • Apply wrapped ice packs to reduce f
