Tooth Extraction Waco TX

The Tooth Extraction Procedure

The process begins with the dentist checking your medical history and taking the necessary x-rays to identify the tooth effectively. The next step is to determine the size, shape, length, and position of the tooth and also to study how that tooth affects the surrounding teeth. In some cases, x-rays will show that a tooth will be very difficult to remove. If this happens, the dentist will refer you to an oral surgeon for the procedure.

If everything looks good, the dentist will be able to remove your tooth or wisdom teeth in the office with some local anesthetic. The affected area is numbed using a local anesthetic and the tooth is extracted using a pair of dental forceps. Once removed, the dentist will work on making the underlying bone smooth and stitch up the empty gum space if any.

A sterile piece of cotton gauze is used to staunch the bleeding and help with the clotting. Once clotted, your session is complete. You must effectively recover from the procedure by following some basic healthy rules such as –

• Avoid smoking
• Avoid vigorous rinsing
• Avoid using a toothbrush near the wound
• Avoid flossing teeth near the wound
• Avoid drinking hot fluids
• Avoid drinking using a straw
• Avoid engaging in strenuous exercise or activity

If your pain last longer than a few days, or is severe, or is accompanied by a fever, call your dentist right away. Although you cannot brush or floss, it is important to keep the area clean to prevent infection. To clean your mouth after a tooth extraction, rinse with warm salt water.