Tooth Extractions
We provide safe and professional tooth extraction services. Our experienced team ensures that each extraction is performed with the utmost care and precision, minimising discomfort and promoting a smooth recovery.
What are tooth extractions?
Tooth extractions involve the removal of a tooth from its socket in the bone. This procedure is performed for various reasons, including severe decay, infection, crowding, or trauma. While preserving natural teeth is always our priority, sometimes extraction is necessary to maintain overall oral health.
Reasons for tooth extractions
- Severe decay: When tooth decay is too extensive to be treated with a filling, crown, or root canal.
- Infection: To prevent the spread of infection from an abscessed tooth to surrounding tissues and teeth.
- Crowding: To make space for proper alignment during orthodontic treatments.
- Trauma: When a tooth is severely damaged due to injury and cannot be repaired.
- Impacted teeth: Often necessary for wisdom teeth that are impacted and causing pain or potential problems.
Our extraction process
- Consultation and examination: We begin with a thorough examination, including X-rays, to assess the condition of the tooth and surrounding bone.
- Discussion and planning: We discuss the procedure, aftercare, and any sedation options to ensure you are comfortable and informed.
- Local anaesthesia: Local anaesthesia is administered to numb the area around the tooth, ensuring a pain-free experience.
- Extraction procedure: Using specialised instruments, the dentist carefully loosens and removes the tooth. For complex extractions, minor oral surgery may be required.
- Post-extraction care: After the extraction, we provide detailed aftercare instructions to promote healing and prevent complications.
Aftercare after an extraction
- Manage pain and swelling: Use prescribed painkillers and apply ice packs to reduce swelling.
- Rest and recovery: Rest for at least 24 hours after the extraction and avoid strenuous activities.
- Soft diet: Eat soft foods and avoid chewing on the extraction site. Gradually reintroduce solid foods as you heal.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol: Both can interfere with the healing process and should be avoided for at least 48 hours.
- Maintain oral hygiene: Gently rinse your mouth with warm salt water starting 24 hours after the extraction. Continue brushing and flossing but avoid the extraction site.
- Follow-up visit: Attend any scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing and address any concerns.
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What our patients say
As an extremely nervous patient with a fear of visiting dental practices I can wholeheartedly say that Vimal, my dentist and Caroline, my hygienist, are the most gentle, professional and kindest of people who make me feel totally at ease, everything is explained in full and treatment is second to none. An excellent dental practice who come highly recommended ⭐️
Excellent Dental Surgery, friendly staff and procedures always done In a professional and considerate manner.
Highly recommend this dental surgery and its staff, so kind and friendly. My dentist, Vimal Patel, recently removed my baby tooth and advised that I needed an implant. I was very dubious about having this, after seeing pictures on line of the procedure and worried how painful this may be.After several visits to see Vimal, to have moulds, pictures and an X-ray, I now have my implant. I'm so happy with the result. I experienced no pain whatsoever and with Vimal's professional dentistry, he kept me informed all the time of what was being done and the next steps.If anyone is considering an implant or in fact any dental work, I would recommend a visit to Vimal or one of his team as you can be certain you will be in good hands 👌
I have been attending Massetts Road Dental for many years. My Dentist is Vimmal. He has a calm soothing nature about him and always puts you at ease. He is very informative and will advise of the best treatment necessary. The overall practice I believe is a top practice managed well and keeps the patient (me) up to date for check ups and appointments etc. Thank you to all.
Dr. Nikhil Patel has been fantastic, after experiencing a cracked tooth he managed a very clean repair. The whole team takes pride in their work making the whole experience rather pleasant. Most of the Dental nurses spend some time on reception so have an in-depth understanding of your needs before even seeing a dentist. They are very friendly and approachable with a special shout out to Cristina. I would highly recommend you choose this practice for all your dental needs.
I have been a Customer/ patient of this dental practice for about 17 years. Every member of staff from the reception to the ‘chair ‘ are always polite , efficient and professional in every way.From both the dentist and hygienist I always have good advice about my teeth .Front reception staff always have time to talk and discuss appointments .Everyone always seems to have time for me the client. I have now moved 50 miles away, but will still retain this practice as my dentist.That says it all I think . Regards Alison Massie
All of the staff are so lovely and caring and I have never had a negative appointment with them. They look after their clients so well and always explain what the treatment plan is and what to expect. I would not want to be with any other practise. It is such a welcoming place and they put you at ease and so you know your in safe hands.
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