Extractions And Impactions – ojasdentalclinic.com

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Extractions & Impactions

Dental extractions are performed when a tooth is too damaged or infected to be saved. Impacted teeth — such as wisdom teeth that don’t erupt properly — may also need surgical removal to prevent pain, swelling or crowding of nearby teeth.

✔Relieves pain and infection quickly

✔Prevents damage to adjacent teeth

✔Removes impacted wisdom teeth safely

✔Minimally invasive, comfortable procedure

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Safe & Gentle Removal

Modern extractions are quick, painless, and performed under local anesthesia for comfort.

✔ Benefits

Why Extractions or Impaction Surgery May Be Needed

Removing a problematic or impacted tooth can prevent serious infections, jaw pain, and shifting of other teeth. It also protects your bite and long-term oral health.

✔Eliminates pain and swelling due to deep infection

✔Prevents spread of bacteria to gums and jawbone

✔Creates space for orthodontic alignment

✔Stops crowding from impacted wisdom teeth

✔Improves oral hygiene and comfort

✔Restores balance and bite after problem tooth removal

✔ Who Needs It?

When Is Extraction or Impaction Surgery Required?

Your dentist may recommend tooth removal if infection, decay or eruption issues threaten your surrounding teeth or gums. Early intervention prevents bigger problems.

✔Severely decayed or broken teeth beyond repair

✔Pain or swelling from impacted wisdom teeth

✔Extra teeth causing misalignment or crowding

✔Infection not curable by root canal or antibiotics

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Wisdom Tooth Impaction - Ojas Dental Clinic

Impacted Wisdom Tooth

Wisdom teeth often grow at wrong angles — gentle surgical removal relieves pressure and pain.

✔ Procedure & Aftercare

How Extraction or Impaction Surgery Is Done

Tooth removal is done under local anesthesia and is painless. Surgical extraction for impacted teeth is also a minor, controlled procedure.

1Examination : X-ray taken to plan the removal safely.

2Anesthesia : Local numbing ensures a pain-free procedure.

3Removal : Tooth is gently loosened and extracted.

4Sutures : (if needed) dissolve naturally in a few days.

5Recovery : Most patients resume normal activity next day.

Aftercare Tips

✔Bite gently on gauze to stop bleeding

✔Avoid spitting or using a straw for 24 hours

✔Apply cold pack to reduce swelling

✔Eat soft, cool foods and avoid smoking or alcohol

✔Take prescribed painkillers and antibiotics on time