Tooth Extractions

A tooth extraction, also known as exodontia, is one of the most common procedures performed at a dentist’s office. The procedure involves removing or pulling a tooth. An extraction may be necessary if there is disease, trauma or overcrowding.

Causes For Tooth Extraction

Tooth extractions may be performed for the following reasons and/or to remove the following conditions:

Tooth Extraction Procedure

After the dentist has decided that a tooth extraction is necessary, an X-ray will be used to further evaluate the tooth. The extraction procedure may be performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort, or general anesthesia if more than one tooth is removed. There are two types of dental extractions:

Simple Extraction

This is an extraction of a tooth that can be seen in the mouth. In a simple extraction, forceps are used to remove the tooth.

Surgical Extraction

A surgical extraction is performed on teeth that have broken at the gum line or have not descended into the mouth, such as wisdom teeth. It is a more complex extraction procedure that may be performed by an oral surgeon. This procedure may require general anesthesia.

After the extraction, stitches may be necessary; alternatively, a bridge, implant or a denture will be used to replace one or more teeth.

Recovery From A Tooth Extraction

After the extraction, patients may experience a certain amount of pain. The pain may be relieved by:

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