If you have a tooth that’s been damaged and destroyed by decay that no amount of filling can be used to replace the already depleted crown, then dental extractions are necessary. This process has been branded as the most painful and horrifying by many who have had bad experiences with under qualified and unqualified dentists. Dr. Kezian, a very experienced dentist, will now throw light on this whole process, from letting you in on the surgery process to letting you know what to expect after the surgery and the best practices that will ensure a quick regeneration of the wound. There are very few cases where one must report back to the emergency dentist Los Angeles for check up and care.

The Surgery Process

While lying on the operating table, the surgeon will;

  • Dental Extractions Before and After1Prepare you for the anesthetic.
  • Open up your gum tissue over the tooth that is to be extracted and take out the bone that may be covering the tooth. This happens after the anesthetic has taken effect.
  • Carefully remove the tissue connecting the tooth and bone and release the tooth.
  • In some cases stitching the wound after the tooth has been extracted depending on the extent of the wound created. These stitches are protein based and dissolve over time.

If there is still excessive bleeding the wound is covered using folded cotton gauze to provide pressure on the wound.

After The Surgery

The recovery time for dental extractions surgery is normally only a few days for patients in the care of Dr. Kezian and staff. With this said, there are certain precautions and tips that if followed will speed up your recovery;

  • Immediately after leaving Dr. Kezian’s office, you should continue biting on the gauze gently to stop the bleeding. At this time the inside of the mouth might still be numb so be careful not to bite yourself.
  • You should avoid lying down immediately. If necessary try and prop your head using a pillow. This reduces the rate of bleeding.
  • Avoid all physical activities immediately after surgery as this might prolong the bleeding.
  • After the first day rinse the mouth and wound with slightly warmed salt water several times a day - This helps to reduce the swelling and relieves you of pain.
  • For the first few days you should try eating soft foods and avoid the straws as the sucking loosens the blood clot, delaying the healing process.
  • Carefully brush the teeth to maintain clean hygiene.


Smoking during the first days of recovery is highly discouraged as it decreases the blood supply to the surgery area and brings germs to the wound area. The sucking motion caused while smoking can also loosen the clotting wound, prolonging the healing time.

 

When Is It Necessary To Go Back To The Dentist?

Dental Extractions Before and After2If you continued to bleed 24 hours after the surgery, you need to be examined. Normally this might be caused by an accidental disturbance of the healing wound and a simple repair surgery can correct this. If you’re experiencing a lot of pain, it’s important you avoid strenuous physical activities and take the pain killers prescribed by the dentist. Dr. Kezian and staff are always in your reach in case you have questions or concerns regarding tooth extractions after your surgery. Just ring the emergency dentist Los Angeles!

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS - 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 https://www.drkezian.com