ORAL SURGERY
When a tooth becomes damaged, decayed or infected beyond repair, the only solution may be an emergency tooth extraction. At Pennypot, we understand the importance of preserving natural teeth whenever possible, but when emergency extraction is necessary, we ensure the process is as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Expert Care Every Step Of The Way
For complex extractions, such as impacted wisdom teeth, we have expert oral surgeons to ensure a safe, quick and painless procedure.
We also offer emergency tooth extractions for situations where urgent treatment is needed to relieve pain and prevent further complications.
Additionally, we provide tooth removal under sedation for those who may feel anxious or require additional comfort during the procedure.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth. It is typically performed when a tooth is severely damaged, decayed or poses a risk to overall oral health.
Tooth extraction is needed when a tooth is beyond repair due to decay, infection, trauma or even overcrowding. It is also commonly performed for wisdom teeth that are impacted or causing discomfort.
Sedation is not always necessary but is available for those who feel anxious or require a more comfortable experience, especially for complex extractions.
The procedure begins with numbing the area using local anaesthesia. Your dentist will then gently loosen and remove the tooth, ensuring minimal discomfort.
Aftercare includes avoiding strenuous activities, not smoking, and sticking to soft foods while the area heals. Rinsing with salt water to keep the area clean is also recommended
Although extractions are safe, potential risks include infection, dry socket and prolonged bleeding. Our team provides detailed aftercare instructions to minimise these risks.
Yes, but it’s best to stick to soft foods like yoghurt and soup for the first few days. Avoid chewing on the extraction site to promote healing.