06/20/2017 12:14
Despite the cliché, dental extraction is a routine procedure with minimal recovery. Even surgical extractions typically involve the same aftercare as simple extractions—favoring the wound, irrigation of the socket as needed, and rest.
Some people worry about the psychological or social impact of a missing tooth, even if it’s just temporary. Our dentists in San Fernando Valley want you to rest easy about your smile, and will discuss viable replacement options with you. Temporary placeholders can keep you smiling while you wait for the next phase, whether it’s implants, dentures, bridges, or some combination of those.
Teeth are pulled for a number of reasons. Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy are at higher risk of tooth infection, so teeth may be extracted preemptively. Likewise, teeth may be taken out preemptively for those about to undergo organ transplant, as immunosuppressive medications raise the likelihood of tooth infection.
If you suffered a maxillofacial injury or have teeth that are loose from periodontal disease or bone loss, our expert in dental extraction in San Fernando Valley may recommend extractions.
As part of your aftercare, remember it’s important to be delicate. Stitches can be pulled out too soon by aggressive brushing or flossing, or inflammation can occur from any oral fixation with the wound.
