TOOTH EXTRACTION PERTH
Is one of your teeth beyond repair?
Tooth Extraction at Perth Dental Rooms
Tooth extraction may be recommended when a tooth cannot be restored due to extensive decay, advanced gum disease, a fracture, or dental trauma.
Perth Dental Rooms also offers several tooth replacement options. Your dentist will discuss suitable options based on your oral health, treatment needs, and preferences.
Our Perth dentists will assess whether the tooth can be preserved before recommending extraction. In some cases, removing a severely damaged or infected tooth may help manage discomfort and reduce the risk of further dental complications.
A clinical examination and appropriate imaging are required to determine whether tooth extraction is suitable for you.
THE TOOTH EXTRACTION PROCEDURE
Dental bridges are a fixed tooth replacement option that may be suitable for replacing one or two consecutive missing teeth. A dental assessment is required to determine whether a bridge or removable partial denture is appropriate for you.
The time required for a tooth extraction varies depending on the tooth and the complexity of the procedure. In some cases, the appointment may take around 30 minutes.
- Administering a local anaesthetic.
- Allowing time for the anaesthetic to take effect.
- Loosening the tooth with a dental elevator.
- Removing the tooth from its socket with dental forceps.
- Applying gauze or a dressing to support blood clot formation.
Initial recovery after tooth extraction may take a few days, although healing times vary between patients.
In some cases, a surgical extraction may be required, particularly when a tooth is impacted, broken below the gumline or difficult to access. This sometimes applies to wisdom teeth. The type of anaesthesia or sedation used will depend on the procedure and the patient’s individual needs.
REPLACING EXTRACTED TEETH
Replacing a tooth after extraction helps maintain facial structure and allows you to speak clearly and chew food effectively. It also resolves the aesthetic problem of an unsightly gap in your smile.
Tooth replacement options at Perth Dental Rooms include:
- Traditional dentures or bridges to replace a few teeth or all the teeth.
- Dental implants – to support a crown to replace a single tooth, or to anchor a denture or bridge if more teeth are missing.
SIGNS YOU MAY NEED A TOOTH EXTRACTION
Tooth extraction at Perth Dental Rooms is often necessary in cases of decay or injury causing substantial damage to a tooth or when teeth are crowded. Tooth extraction may also be necessary as part of emergency dentistry.
Signs you may need a tooth taking out include:
- Toothache.
- Sore gums.
- Jaw stiffness or pain.
- Difficulty speaking or eating.
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