Question 1

how can  a tooth extraction work?

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Tooth extraction: I usually use an elevator and try to cause the least trauma so there is less post-op pain. Sometimes its nes. To section a tooth or use forcepts. It should be painless.  You may feels a lot of pressure and some crackling sounds are normal. We provide headphones to watch tv during the procedure to remove the sound.

Question 2

how much do tooth extraction hurt?

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Zero: Local anesthetics are given to numb the area completely and therefore you should not feel anything for the procedure. Nitrous Oxide\Oxygen or IV sedation is also available for the very anxious patient. Some soreness afterwards is to be expected which can be handled with an appropriate OTC or prescription pain medication.

Question 3

how expensive is a tooth extraction?

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Varies: Fees vary from office to office, city to city. A specialist will charge more than a generalist. Being put to sleep ? That's an additional expense. Any number given over the internet is meaningless, since fess in deltona are not the same as los angeles or albany or el paso.

Question 4

how long does tooth extraction heal?

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One to two weeks: Normally it's about a week or so that the socket of the extracted tooth heals and closes as it fells up with blood that coagulate and turns into bone later, and the socket gets shallower as it heals.
If that blood clot got dislodged for amy reason , that can cause the socket not to heal.
The condition is very painful and known as dry socket.
See your dentist to get it treated.

Question 5

how long does a tooth extraction take?

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Thanks for asking!: Most extractions take 3-5 minutes per tooth.  Of course not all extractions are the same and many multi-rooted or root canal treated teeth will take longer due to their level of difficulty and need for surgical removal.

Question 6

is it normal to need a tooth extraction?

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Yes: A tooth extraction is very common and a dentist can probably address the incidence. I know that it is less common for young people today because dentists have found ways to protect teeth compared to people my age (58). Still, any procedure, dental or medical, should be performed only after informed consent. I hope this helps, best wishes.

Question 7

does the date of tooth extraction matter?

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Yes: Some insurance companies will not cover dental procedures to correct a tooth that was extracted prior to coverage.   That's a primary reason dentist ask when a tooth was extracted or lost.   Also,  dentist can asses the rate of bone healing by determining how long ago the tooth was lost.    So,  it matters.

Question 8

when to eat chips after tooth extraction?

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Best not: This can irritate the healing tissue.  Best to let the tissue heal properly before doing harsh things.

Question 9

what can i do after bad tooth extraction?

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The extraction was : Done badly or a tooth in bad shape was extracted? Follow your dentist's written instructions after an extraction. Avoid strenuous activity to include heavy lifting. Just plan to take it easy. Avoid activities that create suction (smoking or sucking from a straw). Don't swish vigorously. Avoid alcohol ; hot beverages. A soft or liquid diet would be good. Your dentist/ oral surgeon likely provided.

Question 10

how long will tooth extraction pain last?

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Extraction pain: Normally from a few hours to a day or two and can range from mild to moderate(to severe). Regardless, your dentist can prescribe an appropriate pain medication to keep you comfortable. There is a wide range of post-operative recovery timetables. Was is a loose baby tooth? Simple extraction? Difficult extraction? Severely impacted wisdom tooth? Your pain threshold? Etc. No simple answer here.

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