We will assess your affected tooth and surrounding gums with the help of an x-ray. Be sure to inform us about any medications or allergies. Once all information is gathered, treatment and sedation options will be discussed with you in detail.

Local anaesthesia is given to numb the affected tooth and surrounding gum tissue. Using specialized dental instruments, the tooth is gently loosened and carefully lifted from its socket. Incisions may be made in the gums to access the tooth, and the socket is cleaned and disinfected. A dental bone graft may be placed to prevent bone loss in the jaw, and stitches may be placed to promote healing.

Gauze is placed over the extraction site and you will be asked to bite with firm pressure. This helps slow bleeding and form a blood clot, which promotes healing and reduces the risk of dry sockets.

The healing period after tooth extractions differs from one patient to another. Some people heal faster than others. However, it should take about 7-14 days for your mouth to heal properly. However, we usually only recommend taking 2-3 days off for the initial recovery right after your procedure. During the first three days, you should eat soft foods that will not cause any pain or discomfort to your wound. As you heal, you should be able to re-integrate other foods into your diet.

While it may feel like a struggle to quit smoking or drinking after your procedure, it is a necessary precaution. We advise against smoking and drinking alcohol after tooth extractions because they compromise the healing process of your mouth. Your extraction wound may take a long time to heal. Worse, you may incur an infection before the wound heals properly.