Safe & Comfortable Tooth Extraction Services in Clayfield

There are several key indicators that suggest wisdom teeth may require removal. The primary reason for extraction is often pain. This discomfort can arise when wisdom teeth become difficult to clean due to their position at the back of the mouth, leading to tooth decay. Pain can also originate from the gum tissue surrounding a partially erupted wisdom tooth, as this area is prone to inflammation and infection due to cleaning difficulties.

Another common reason for removal is when wisdom teeth cause irritation by pushing against the cheeks or gums. Furthermore, extraction may be necessary if their inaccessibility for proper cleaning poses a risk to the adjacent teeth, potentially causing them to develop decay.

It is important to understand that not all wisdom teeth need to be removed. The decision is based on a careful assessment of the risks and benefits. We typically recommend extraction only for teeth that are currently causing problems or are highly likely to cause issues in the future. To determine if your wisdom teeth require removal, a professional evaluation is essential. It is best to schedule a consultation with one of the dentists at Northside Dental Solutions for a thorough examination and personalised advice.

Following a tooth removal, it is crucial to refrain from eating or drinking anything, including water, for a period of four hours. This allows the blood clot, which is fundamental for healing, to properly form and stabilise, thereby initiating the healing process. Disturbing this clot can result in a painful condition known as a dry socket, which significantly delays recovery. Therefore, it is highly recommended to ensure you are well-nourished and hydrated before your tooth extraction appointment to support optimal healing post-procedure.

Recovery after a tooth removal varies depending on several factors. Generally, younger individuals tend to heal faster. Your overall medical condition also plays a significant role; for instance, conditions like diabetes or any state that compromises the immune system can delay the healing process. The complexity of the procedure is another key factor. The recovery period is influenced by the type and number of teeth extracted. Larger teeth or multiple extractions will naturally require a longer time to heal. Top teeth typically heal more quickly than bottom teeth, with lower wisdom teeth having the longest recovery time.

For a simple, single tooth extraction, one day off work is usually sufficient. Most daily activities can be resumed shortly after, though pain medication might be necessary for comfort. However, for more complex procedures like surgical extractions or the removal of certain wisdom teeth, a few extra days of rest will be required to ensure proper healing.

A tooth extraction should not be a painful procedure. Before we remove a tooth, the entire area is thoroughly anaesthetised, or numbed, using a local anaesthetic. It is possible to numb any tooth sufficiently to ensure that no pain is felt during the extraction process.

However, one sensation that cannot be completely eliminated by the anaesthetic is pressure. The nerve fibres that detect pressure are different from those that transmit pain. While we can effectively block the pain nerve fibres, the pressure-sensing nerve fibres are not affected in the same way. Therefore, during a tooth removal, you may feel sensations of pushing or pressure, but you should not experience any actual pain.