Despite the fact that modern dentistry is sufficiently developed and has high-tech equipment for dental treatment, sometimes specialists from this field still resort to tooth extraction. Such a procedure is performed quite rarely and only if it is impossible to save a tooth using conservative treatment. Consider the main indications for tooth extraction.
In what cases does the doctor recommend tooth extraction?
In the old days, tooth extraction was quite common. However, thanks to the development of modern dentistry, they are currently trying to preserve their teeth, if there is even the slightest opportunity. Since even with significant
destruction, the tooth can be built up thanks to modern materials.
But there are several cases where there are indications for tooth extraction, namely:
- acute periodontitis, in which there is no way to create an output of products obtained as a result of the inflammatory process;
- fracture of the entire part of the tooth in the place of the crown;
- osteomyelitis of the jaw, in this case only the tooth that has become a provocateur of the development of this disease is removed.
Why do I need to remove a tooth?
It is worth noting that partly due to the removal of a diseased tooth, it is possible to create an outflow of exudate from the thickness of the jaw, which contributes to better treatment when osteomyelitis appears.
Quite often, there are indications for tooth extraction in the case when a person has chronic periodontitis and an autoimmune disease. The problem is that the inability to quickly rid a person of chronic periodontitis is dangerous due to the development of intoxication of the body and exacerbation of autoimmune pathology.
As a rule, therapists and surgeons recommend removal, thus trying to prevent a possible risk of developing more serious complications. But orthopedists, on the contrary, recommend preserving the tooth, because they are sure that their own tooth will be the most ideal for the prosthetics procedure.
Important reasons for removal
But at the same time, the doctor makes the final decision on the removal or preservation of the tooth in a particular case. In general, indications for tooth extraction may be as follows:
- If the periodontal inflammatory process has manifested in milk teeth.
- Incorrect teething, which injures the mucous membrane in the oral cavity.
- Problems in teething wisdom. Indications for the removal of a wisdom tooth (photo below) are at significant risk of developing inflammation.
- Bruising of the jaw, in which the teeth are on the line of fracture, which as a result does not make it possible to correctly match fragments.
- Periodontitis 3 and 4 degrees.
Often, it is the indications for the removal of a wisdom tooth that cause a lot of controversy. But doctors believe that they do not carry any practical significance for a person. Therefore, they are removed.
In what cases is tooth extraction necessary for periodontitis?
At the moment, tooth extraction with periodontitis is a rarity. Because modern dentistry is equipped with the latest technology with which you can save a tooth. But there are several cases where removal is inevitable. Indications for tooth extraction during periodontitis:
- in the case when the gingival pocket is large enough and exceeds a size of 6 mm;
- if the teeth have inflammation and caries damage, there has been a complete loss of the alveolar process ;
- if there is complete obstruction of the root canal;
- if there is a particle of a foreign body in the channel;
- with tooth decay by more than 60%;
- in case there is a suspicion that the tooth may cause a permanent septic process;
- if after one month of treatment there is no result;
- if the inflammatory process spreads quickly enough throughout the jaw;
- a tooth in which there has been a complete loss of stability.
All these are indications for tooth extraction. The standard is as follows: during tooth extraction, apex and tissue gums are monitored in parallel. And after surgical manipulation has been performed, therapeutic treatment is prescribed. In general, the healing process lasts about a week, but most often healing begins on the first day.
What preventive measures will help to avoid the development of periodontitis?
Basically, so that a disease such as periodontitis does not bother a person throughout his life, it is advisable to carry out preventive measures from early childhood, when children have their first teeth. It is important to understand that the inflammatory process in the tissues is much easier to prevent than to treat it later. In addition, chronic periodontitis is now observed in many people. Indications for tooth extraction in chronic periodontitis are very serious.
Preventative measures
Almost all dentists give some effective tips for preventing this disease.
Oral care. Routine brushing twice a day will help reduce the risk of tooth decay, which in turn will prevent the onset of periodontal inflammation.
The main condition is the use of high-quality therapeutic toothpaste. This is exactly the case when saving on such funds is not recommended. Since it is high-quality toothpaste that can effectively prevent many diseases of the dentition.
A prerequisite is the use of a quality toothbrush. Such a kind of weapon against many diseases will help the dentist choose, given the structure of the gums and the condition in which the teeth are. In addition, the toothbrush must be replaced every three months, and immediately part with the old brush.
From a young age, a human diet should consist only of healthy food, but the use of sweets must be limited, especially for chocolate and lollipops.
Recommendations
Do not ignore regular examinations of the oral cavity in the dental office. A visit to this specialist should be mandatory even if absolutely all teeth are healthy. Do not forget that with the timely detection of the disease, treatment is much simpler and easier than in the advanced stage.
When the enemy number 1 of all humanity, caries, the treatment must be done in a timely manner. Since caries is the main culprit, which provokes the onset of the disease periodontitis.
Pulpitis treatment should be timely. This rule must be observed in the case when, after the first visit to the dentist, the pain noticeably subsides. It is important to understand that inflammation must be treated until it is completely eliminated.
Conclusion
In general, the following conclusions can be drawn. Today, modern dentistry successfully treats periodontitis, but only if certain conditions are met by the person himself. And one of the main conditions is careful attention to your oral cavity.
Pain and fear are long-obsolete associations that some people may experience. Modern dentistry has a huge number of different methods and technologies with which you can cure a tooth absolutely painlessly.
It is worth adding that it is unreasonable fears that are the main culprits, which only exacerbate the development of all inflammatory processes in which periodontitis can result in a rather serious complication. A modern person is simply obliged to have a beautiful smile with healthy teeth, because it is she who is the calling card of a person.
Watch your oral cavity and give a smile with snow-white teeth.