Impacted Tooth Extraction
Introduction
Often, a tooth is already in place when the dentist needs to remove it. However, a tooth can also be impacted and still require an extraction. The process is more extensive for an impacted tooth.
Overview
When a tooth fails to fully erupt above the gum line and settle in its expected position, it is said to be impacted tooth. This problem mostly affects the wisdom teeth because they begin to emerge when all your other adult teeth have already set in, and there isn’t enough room in the jaw to allow for proper development of the tooth.
Impacted teeth can also occur when the tooth erupts at the wrong angle, or when the right path is obstructed by the neighboring teeth. The position of the impacted tooth also creates a deep socket between neighboring teeth where plaque can build up, causing bad breath, gum disease, tooth decay, and infection.
Benefits of Impacted tooth extraction
There are many benefits of impacted tooth extraction, here are some of them :
• Lower the risk of inflammation and oral disease:
Impacted tooth extraction can also lower the risk of inflammation and oral disease. Gum inflammation can become persistent. This can then be challenging to treat.
• Prevent from jaw damage and tumors:
Impacted teeth can cause jaw damage and tumors. These growths can cause serious pain, especially in the jaw area.
• Removing the source of the pain :
Impacted teeth place pressure on the jawbone, temporomandibular joint, and surrounding soft tissues. Removing the source of this pain can end the discomfort. It can even end chronic headaches.
prepare for impacted tooth extraction procedure
Brfore impacted tooth extraction, make sure you have everything you need before your surgery. Stock up on soft foods like soup, yogurt, and smoothies, as well as any medications your dentist has prescribed.
You shoukld avoiding certain foods or activities and taking medication as prescribed. Following these instructions will help you avoid complications and promote a speedy recovery.
steps of impacted tooth extraction procedure
An impacted tooth extraction procedure includes the following steps:
Step 1-Anesthesia:
Local anesthesia has minimal effects and usually wears off by itself after some time.
Step 2-Cleaning:
The dentist will clean the surgical site once they confirm every piece of the impacted tooth is out. The cleaning removes debris, such as pieces of tooth and bone tissues, which might clog the site.
Step 3-Stitching:
The dentist might stitch the surgical site or leave it as it is.
Step 4-Weaning from pain management drugs:
The last step is for you to come out of the influence of your pain management drugs. This step depends on the pain management drugs your dentist administers.
impacted tooth extraction aftercare
Brush your teeth but avoid the surgical site. Do not rinse your mouth very often for the first 24 hours following surgery. After 24 hours, gently rinse your mouth with warm salt water after meals to keep the surgical site clean. Avoid spitting, as this can dislodge the blood clot and lead to complications.
Start with a liquid or soft food diet instantly following theimpacted teeth extaction surgery. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Avoid hot, spicy, and crunchy foods, also straws, which can hamper the healing process.
risks and complications of Impacted tooth extraction
The risks and complications of impacted tooth extraction procedure are as follow:
• Infection:
Infection is a risk with any surgical procedure. Signs of infection may include increased pain, swelling, redness, and fever.
• Dry socket:
Dry socket is a painful condition that can occur if the blood clot that forms in the socket after a tooth extraction becomes dislodged or dissolves.
• Nerve damage:
Nerve damage can happen if a nerve is injured during the surgery. Symptoms may include numbness, tingling, or weakness in the affected area.
What is an impacted tooth?
When a tooth fails to fully erupt above the gum line and settle in its expected position, it is said to be impacted tooth. This problem mostly affects the wisdom teeth because they begin to emerge when all your other adult teeth have already set in, and there isn’t enough room in the jaw to allow for proper development of the tooth.
How to take care of your mouth after impacted tooth extraction?
During extraction, the tooth is removed from its socket. To do so, the dentist rocks the tooth back and forth to widen the socket so the tooth can be separated from the associated ligament. Next, the dentist uses forceps to grasp the tooth and pull it out of the socket.
How do I prepare for a surgical impacted tooth extraction?
Brfore impacted tooth extraction, make sure you have everything you need before your surgery. Stock up on soft foods like soup, yogurt, and smoothies, as well as any medications your dentist has prescribed.
You shoukld avoiding certain foods or activities and taking medication as prescribed. Following these instructions will help you avoid complications and promote a speedy recovery.
How do I know if my tooth nerve is damaged?
Nerve damage can happen if a nerve is injured during the surgery. Symptoms may include numbness, tingling, or weakness in the affected area.
What are the signs of an infection after an imacted tooth extraction?
When a tooth is extracted, a blood clot naturally forms over the area where the tooth previously sat. In some cases, this blood clot may be dislodged prematurely, which can lead to a condition known as osteitis or dry socket.
Results
Some teeth fail to grow fully out of the gums, for example, due to overcrowding. Impacted teeth are usually painful and can affect adjacent teeth, so people usually extract them.
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