Removing Troubled Teeth
What is the Process?
When you visit the dentist for a tooth extraction, you can expect the following:
- Our team will help you feel as comfortable as possible. We are happy to play your choice of music or put on a DVD to help you relax. Neck cushions are also available.
- We will provide the required painkillers and/or numbing agent.
- In the event that a blood clot forms in the socket, we will pack it with gauze and ask you to bite down upon it to stop the bleeding.
- We will provide any stitching that is required
For more information about the procedure, don’t hesitate to reach out to Dental at Lake Haven.
Keep Us Informed
Before an extraction can take place, it’s very important to provide your dentist with a complete medical history. In particular, you should inform your dentist if you have any of the following:
- Liver diseases – such as cirrhosis
- An impaired immune system
- Any artificial joints
- A history of bacterial endocarditis
- Any heart conditions
If you have any questions or concerns, be sure to reach out to us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
In general, we advise that you take it easy for at least 48 to 72 hours afterwards. This will allow sufficient time for the treated areas to clot and heal.
If you notice face or gum swelling, difficulty opening your mouth, the presence of pus or incessant bleeding, it’s important to get in contact with your dentist as soon as possible. An infection may be present.
If local anaesthetic was administered, you should be able to drive home immediately. However, you should avoid driving for at least 24 hours if a sedative was used, or 48 hours if you were put under general anaesthetic.