What are the consequences of a tooth extraction?

The dentist decides to extract the dental piece when he considers that it is irremediably affected by dental caries or a fracture. Once the extraction is completed, a series of consequences are triggered that the patient must be warned about.

At the moment the dentist decides to extract the tooth, he must explain to the patient the consequences of dental absence.

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As time passes some changes caused by the absence of the extracted tooth will be observed, for example: gum recession, tooth inclination, dental extrusion, deviation of the midline, etc.

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Tooth Extraction Aftercare Tips

A dental extraction is a dental procedure that is responsible for removing a tooth affected by advanced caries that has no solution or by an irreparable fracture.

Before extracting a tooth, the dental surgeon must instruct the patient on pre and post operative care. These recommendations are intended to protect the wound and the healing process.

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Post-operative care must be faithfully followed to avoid dry socket, which is an infectious and painful process. We share with you a video where he explains in detail the care you should have after a dental extraction.

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Wisdom teeth and orthodontics: Are they related?

Wisdom teeth erupt between 18 and 25 years of age, generating a series of problems the moment they appear. So it is important to visit your dentist to be evaluated.

The extraction of the wisdom teeth avoids the consequences of their eruption, and these can be: pain, trismus, inflammation, cysts, bad breath and crowded teeth.


In the vast majority of cases it is recommended to be removed preventively and prophylactically. In case the patient wants to start an orthodontic treatment, it is important to extract them so that the treatment is not damaged.

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Video: Dental Abscess in 3d

An abscessed tooth is a collection of pus that forms in different areas of the teeth. For example, there are periodontal, periapical and gingival abscesses.

Abscesses must be treated in time, because they can become very dangerous to your health. The patient will report pain when chewing, swelling of the gums, loose teeth, bad breath, bad taste in the mouth, etc.


A fracture of a tooth, a caries infection, or a periodontal disease are the causes of the appearance of an abscess. We share an interesting 3D video about dental abscesses.

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Why is it recommended to extract a tooth to children?

Tooth extractions are dental procedures that are responsible for removing teeth that are in a state that cannot be rehabilitated. It is usually under local anesthesia unless the child's behavior requires sedating them.

It is important that the primary teeth remain in the oral cavity, that is why it is important to have proper hygiene from a young age, but there are several reasons why the dentist decides to remove them.

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To avoid being in these situations it is important that parents create correct oral hygiene habits in their children, as well as a healthy diet low in sugar and carbohydrates.

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How to handle dental trauma?

Dental accidents and trauma occur with some frequency, the highest incidence is in children and adolescents, but adults are not oblivious to these events. Trauma can involve not only the tooth, but also the lips, gums, and bone.


It is important to act immediately and take the injured person to a dental hospital or clinic. Getting to a dentist within 30 minutes after the accident can make a difference.

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Is a dental extraction recommended to a diabetic?

Diabetes is a disease of special care when performing any medical or dental procedure.Diabetic people are more likely to develop periodontal diseases, due to the high level of sugar they have.


It is vitally important that before performing the surgical procedure, the dentist check the patient's sugar level, thus avoiding bleeding during the procedure.

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