When a tooth is broken, severely decayed or too damaged to be repaired

A tooth extraction is a relatively routine dental procedure where a tooth and root are completely removed from the mouth.

When a tooth is too damaged to be saved or a wisdom tooth causes pain, swelling or bleeding, an extraction may be necessary.

Extractions are always performed under local anaesthetic to minimise discomfort. When the tooth is visible, your dentist will loosen the tooth in its socket before pulling it out.

For teeth below the gum line, such as a broken tooth or some wisdom teeth, a small incision can be made in the gum in order to access the tooth.

Advice for a Tooth Extraction

Post-treatment care

FAQs

What happens after an extraction?

After an extraction, your dentist will suture the gum and apply a gauze compress to promote the healing process.

Some bleeding is normal, and a blood clot should form in the gums at the extraction point. It’s important not to dislodge the clot to ensure the tooth socket does not dry out.

After an extraction, you should avoid hot drinks, smoking, using mouthwash or brushing the extraction site.

Once the anaesthetic wears off, your mouth may feel a little sore. This should only last a day or two, and any swelling can be reduced by using an icepack for short periods of about 10 minutes at a time.

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