
When Does a Tooth Need to Be Removed?
Reason | Description |
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π¦ Severe Decay | Tooth damaged beyond repair or root canal |
π₯ Fracture | Tooth broken during accident or injury |
π¦· Impacted Wisdom Tooth | Pain, swelling, or misaligned growth |
π¦· Orthodontic Need | For space correction in crowded teeth |
π¦ Infection or Abscess | Spreading pain and swelling |
β οΈ Mobile Tooth | Loosened due to gum disease or trauma |
The goal is always to save the tooth first, but sometimes extraction is the best option to stop pain and prevent complications.
Types of Extractions We Perform
- β’ Simple Extraction: Visible, fully-erupted tooth removed with minimal force
- β’ Surgical Extraction: For impacted, broken, or half-erupted teeth (e.g. wisdom teeth)
- β’ Wisdom Tooth Removal: Third molar removal with flap surgery if necessary
- β’ Multiple Extractions: For full-mouth rehab or orthodontic prep
How We Ensure a Pain-Free Experience.
- Local anesthesia or gel numbing for complete comfort
- Gentle tissue handling to avoid trauma
- Single-use sterilized instruments
- Antibiotics and painkillers prescribed post-op
- Patient monitoring throughout the procedure
Aftercare & Recovery Tips
Care Point | Tip |
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π§ Ice Pack | Apply for 15 min intervals to reduce swelling |
π§΄ Avoid Rinsing | No mouthwash or spitting for 24 hrs |
π² Eat Soft Foods | Khichdi, yogurt, smoothies for 2β3 days |
β No Smoking/Straws | Avoid suction to prevent dry socket |
π Take Meds | Painkillers & antibiotics as directed |
FAQs.
Not at all. We use anesthesia and modern techniques to make it painless.
Most patients feel normal in 2β3 days. Wisdom teeth may take 5β7 days.
For simple extractions β yes. For surgical cases, rest for 1β2 days is ideal.