General Dentistry · Edgecliff
Simple and surgical tooth extractions under local anaesthesia. Post-operative care instructions provided. Replacement options discussed.
About the Procedure
Extraction is considered when a tooth cannot be saved due to severe decay, fracture, infection, advanced bone loss, or orthodontic treatment needs.
Simple extraction: Visible, accessible teeth. Loosened and removed under local anaesthesia.
Surgical extraction: Required for broken, impacted, or difficult-to-access teeth. May involve a small incision.
Following extraction, post-operative instructions are provided. Swelling and discomfort for 2–3 days is common, managed with analgesics. Replacement options (implant, bridge, denture, or no replacement) are discussed at consultation.
Dry socket in a small number of patients, particularly smokers. Causes significant pain around day 3. Treatable.
Bleeding: some bleeding is normal. Prolonged or heavy bleeding should be assessed.
Nerve effects: small risk of temporary or (rarely) permanent altered sensation for lower teeth — discussed at consultation.
Infection: small post-operative risk. Antibiotics prescribed where clinically appropriate.
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