Damage. A tooth that has begun to decay can be treated in several ways, but sometimes, the decay is so extensive that these procedures cannot be done as the teeth have been unsalvageable. Teeth that have been severely broken or cracked are known as “damaged teeth,” and the dentist will opt to extract them.
The cons of extraction a tooth include: The long term cost of replacing the tooth if you choose to do so. Surrounding teeth may shift or move into the space where the tooth is missing. This can cause issues with your bite and oral hygiene.
The risks of Not Extracting a Tooth
You'll most likely feel significant pain. The problem will only get worse if you wait. If there's an infection present, it won't heal on its own and can damage your gums and bone. Infections also spread to other teeth, putting you at risk for sepsis.
While it is always preferable to save a tooth, there are times when extraction is a better option. When a tooth is cracked, especially if it is cracked below the gumline, or in several places, an extraction may be required. If the tooth is too weak to be restored, it may also be best to have it pulled.
What is the most difficult tooth to extract? Impacted wisdom teeth are wisdom teeth that have failed to erupt properly. They are generally considered to be the most difficult teeth to extract. The higher the degree of impaction, the more difficult the extraction.
In most cases, only a minimum of about 1/4 of the natural tooth structure needs to be present to place a dental crown. Obviously, the more natural, healthy tissue, the better, but dental crowns are designed to restore significantly damaged teeth.
There's No Need to Be Afraid of a Tooth Extraction
They'll use the latest advancements in anesthesia to ensure your mouth is completely numb before they begin your procedure. If you feel uncomfortable at any time, you can let them know with a wave and they will make the necessary adjustments.
Although a tooth may not be causing you pain right now, it could present a risk for future oral health problems. This is often the case with wisdom teeth, which can become impacted (stuck beneath the gumline) and eventually contribute to infections, abscesses, and other serious issues.
The most affordable tooth replacement solution is dentures. This is because they take the least amount of time to create. There is no surgery and no dental crowns to place. Instead, an impression is taken of the mouth along with measurements.
The presence of an acute infection characterized by severe percussion pain is not a contraindication for tooth extraction. Infected teeth should be extracted as soon as possible and the procedure should not be postponed by giving antibiotics.
It's Always Better To Save Your Tooth With A Dental Crown
If your dentist recommends a dental crown and believes an extraction is unnecessary, you should listen to them. Whenever possible, it's better to save your natural tooth with a dental crown. It's cheaper, faster, and a better choice.
Teeth extraction is relatively safe, and there are no long-term complications to be expected. However, it is possible to experience some risks after a procedure, and this includes continuous bleeding, fever and chills, vomiting, redness and swelling at affected areas, and many more.
An untreated tooth infection can spread to other tissues in your body within weeks or months and lead to potentially life-threatening complications.
A common belief associated with infected or abscessed teeth is that they cannot be extracted until the infection has subdued. This is not true in a large number of cases where the best option to get rid of the infection is to remove the tooth.
If a problem with your tooth has caused the abscess, you may need root canal treatment, or the tooth may be removed. You'll be given a local anaesthetic, so you do not feel any pain. You may be offered painkillers to take for a few days after treatment and may also be given antibiotics.
For a simple extraction, we'll numb the area around your tooth with a local anesthetic. You'll remain awake, but you'll just feel pressure as we pull the tooth. It should not hurt.
Nerve injury
Although far less common than dry socket, injury to sections of a nerve called the trigeminal nerve is another possible complication of wisdom tooth removal. It can cause pain, a tingling sensation and numbness in your tongue, lower lip, chin, teeth and gums.
How long does a tooth extraction take? This procedure is quicker than you'd think. The entire process of pulling a tooth—from administering the anesthetic to applying stitches if needed—typically takes anywhere between 20-40 minutes. That said, the procedure will take longer if you require more than one tooth pulled.
Many of the front teeth are round, so they can be removed without damaging bone quite easily. However most of your back teeth have two or three roots and cannot just be “pulled out” without breaking something.
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.
It's common for adults to lose a back molar, often to gum disease, tooth decay, or injury. Since back molars don't affect the overall appearance of your smile, you might be tempted to skip replacing it. That's not the best idea. Missing a tooth, even just one, can cause severe and permanent damage to your entire mouth.
If your tooth structure doesn't provide enough stability for the crown to stay in place, you might need a post-and-core foundation. For this procedure, your dentist will perform a root canal to remove the damaged pulp so there's a strong foundation for the crown.
Those that are too deep or too large may require a more intensive treatment. Once bacteria have entered your tooth, it may be too late for a filling because we will need to prevent or treat an existing infection. However, it's never too late for dental care!
Cracked or fragile teeth
The affected tooth may appear intact, but a close examination by the dentist may show that the tooth will fracture during extraction. The simple extraction procedure involves applying forces. Unfortunately, the same extraction forces may break the fragile tooth apart.