{"id":16114,"date":"2023-05-11T19:14:07","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T19:14:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/?p=16114"},"modified":"2023-06-29T16:45:27","modified_gmt":"2023-06-29T16:45:27","slug":"how-serious-is-a-tooth-extraction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/?p=16114","title":{"rendered":"How serious is a tooth extraction?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a tooth extraction coming up, you&#8217;re probably a little nervous, especially if this is your first time having a tooth pulled. Contrary to popular belief, tooth extraction is not painful and is a relatively quick procedure. To help you feel more at ease with the procedure at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington Court House Dental<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we want to give you a good idea of what you can expect.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is a Tooth Extraction?\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also known as pulling a tooth, tooth extraction is a procedure to remove a tooth from the gum socket if the tooth has been damaged past the point of repair and other restorative options like dental fillings or crowns. There are two types of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/tooth-extractions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tooth extraction<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: a simple tooth extraction which involves the removal of teeth that are visible in the mouth, and a surgical tooth extraction which involves the removal of teeth that are not easily accessible inside the mouth. A surgical extraction is often recommended if the tooth has not erupted through the gum completely or has been fractured under the gum line.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common reasons why you may have a tooth pulled include:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth injury from trauma\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A deep infection in a tooth (abscess)\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overcrowded or poorly positioned teeth\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gum disease that loosens or damages teeth\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impacted teeth that are causing problems, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/wisdom-tooth-extraction\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wisdom teeth<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (third molars)\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What Does a Tooth Extraction Procedure Look Like?\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental extraction is a simple procedure that is normally completed within an hour. Here are the steps involved in the tooth extraction process:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/dental-exams\/\"><b>Exam<\/b><\/a><b> and X-rays<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: First, Dr. Pappas will assess the affected tooth and surrounding gums and then take dental X-rays to check bone levels and determine the extent of the damage.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Anesthesia<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: We&#8217;ll then administer local anesthesia to numb the area around the tooth so you do not feel pain. Suppose you have dental anxiety or are undergoing a surgical extraction. In that case, there are several sedation options, such as nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation, to make you comfortable and relaxed.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pulling the Tooth Out<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: For a simple tooth extraction, Dr. Pappas will loosen the tooth in the gum using a tooth removal instrument called an elevator and use forceps to pull the tooth out from the gum. During a surgical extraction, we&#8217;ll cut into your gum with a small incision and remove bone around your tooth or cut it before it can be extracted.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Socket Cleaning<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: After the extraction, we&#8217;ll clean the socket and disinfect it, place a thick layer of gauze over the extraction site, and have you bite on it to stop the bleeding and start the clotting process.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What are the Risks of a Tooth Extraction?\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few risks associated with tooth extraction. However, if your dentist recommends the procedure, the benefits likely outweigh the small chance of complications. Common risks associated with tooth extraction include:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruising and swelling at the site of the extraction\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-surgical infection\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry socket\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nerve injury\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perforation of maxillary sinus\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delayed healing\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Aftercare and Recovery\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must follow your dentist&#8217;s post-extraction instructions to help reduce discomfort, avoid the risks mentioned above, and promote healing.\u00a0 Here are some tips for faster healing and recovery:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not touch the extraction site with your fingers or tongue.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid smoking or alcoholic beverages for 24 hours, as this can adversely affect your healing time.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not drink from a straw for the first 24 hours, as this may dislodge the clot, resulting in a dry socket.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limit strenuous physical activity for the next 24 hours, as it may result in the dislodgment of the clot.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat soft foods, such as yogurt or soup, for two days after the extraction, then gradually add solid foods to your diet as the extraction site heals. Also, chew from the other side for the next few days.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid rinsing your mouth vigorously, so you don&#8217;t dislodge your clot.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place an ice pack over the affected side of the face \u2013 this will help minimize discomfort and swelling.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Schedule Your Appointment Today!\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth extraction is a safe and usually pain-free procedure when done by an experienced dentist in Washington Court House, OH. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/meet-the-team\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Pappas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is committed to providing the best possible dental care during and after your tooth extraction to ensure proper healing.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/contact-us\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us today<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to schedule an appointment!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":16116,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[75,76],"tags":[80],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16114"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=16114"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16114\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16176,"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16114\/revisions\/16176"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/16116"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=16114"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=16114"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/washingtonchd.eoscorporate.info\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=16114"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}