How long it will take to recover from tooth extraction?

Typically, your oral surgeon will ask that you at least take about 48-72 hours to relax afterward so the treatment area is allowed to clot. After that, a patient should be able to return to normal physical activity. The soft tissue will usually fully heal in about 3-4 weeks.

How painful is a tooth extraction?

Is a tooth extraction painful? Not necessarily. While the extraction may hurt if you are under the effects of nitrous oxide, you should not be in excruciating pain. For more serious extractions, you will need stronger painkillers such as oral sedatives or anesthesia.

What you should not do after a tooth extraction?

Don'ts Don't drink with a straw. Sucking on a straw may dislodge the blood clot. Don't drink hot liquids. Hot liquids may increase swelling. Limit your alcohol use. Excessive use of alcohol may slow healing. Don't smoke. Smoking may break down the blood clot. This can cause a painful tooth socket.

Tooth Extraction

Visit EDentist Canterbury for Professional Tooth Extraction in Canterbury

Tooth extraction is often a last resort procedure to resolve tooth decay, impacted wisdom teeth, enamel damage, and other dental issues. However, it effectively relieves pain without requiring extensive oral surgery.

At EDentist Canterbury, we offer high-quality tooth extraction to Canterbury patients looking to improve their oral health without spending a small fortune.

The Tooth Extraction Process

Tooth extraction is a minimally invasive surgery that relieves pain, restores oral function, and improves dental health. Our dentists begin by administering a local anaesthetic to minimise discomfort during the extraction. We then remove gum and bone tissue surrounding the tooth to loosen it from the gum line. Finally, your dentist gently removes the tooth with metal forceps before cleaning and stitching the wound to prevent infection, completing the procedure.

Most patients recover from surgical extractions in seven to ten days. However, severe cases or surgical extractions may take up to three weeks to fully heal. Although some people experience slight pain following the procedure, it’s easily treatable with over-the-counter pain relievers.

How to Prepare for Tooth Extraction in Canterbury?

Our dentists often ask you to take a few steps to prepare for tooth extractions in Canterbury to ensure a smooth and efficient procedure. Before the extraction, your dentist will provide eating and drinking guidelines for you to follow. We recommend eating light leading up to the surgery and avoiding meals 12 hours before the extraction.

We require you to arrange a ride home if you receive general anaesthesia. The anaesthesia lasts several hours after the wisdom tooth removal or surgical extraction, making it impossible to drive safely. Dentists also advise avoiding hard foods until you completely recover from the procedure. It’s best to restrict your diet to soft foods and liquids to avoid complications.

Types of Tooth Extractions

Tooth extractions come in many variations. The EDentist Canterbury team has vast experience with every tooth extraction procedure and makes removing a tooth simple and virtually painless. Our dentists will evaluate the problematic tooth and determine the best approach that fits your needs while keeping your budget in mind.

The EDentist Canterbury team utilises best-in-class dental equipment to remove teeth without causing excessive discomfort. We stick by your side throughout the extraction process and do everything we can to make the procedure as swift and painless as possible.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth removal is the most common tooth extraction and consists of removing impacted wisdom teeth that cause pain and hinder oral functionality.

Simple Extractions

Simple extractions are simple procedures that pull out damaged or decaying teeth without making an incision.

Surgical Extractions

Surgical extractions are the most complex and require oral surgeons to make incisions to remove teeth trapped below the gumline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are Some Tips To Help Me Recover from Tooth Extraction Surgery?

During recovery, use mouthwash frequently to keep the wound clean. Avoid brushing the area with a toothbrush since friction can irritate the incision and disrupt the healing process. Besides avoiding hard foods, don’t smoke or drink alcohol during your recovery. Smoking causes dry tooth sockets that can elongate recovery. It can also cause infections and other dental issues that may require additional procedures. Like smoking, alcohol can extend recovery and increase the chance of infections.

Do Tooth Extractions Carry Risks?

Every oral surgery carries risks. However, tooth extraction in Canterbury is minimally invasive and rarely causes severe side effects if you take care of the wound. Dry sockets and infections are the most common tooth extraction complications, but bite and jaw alignment issues can occur in rare cases.