Extraction in Panama
We know how important it is to preserve your dental pieces, a commitment that we assume from conservative dentistry. Obviously dental extraction is the last option; but when the efforts are not enough and it is impossible to save a tooth, we offer you the best techniques for an extraction without trauma.
What is tooth extraction or extraction?
An exodontia or dental extraction is a dental technique that avulses the dental piece or a portion of it. The procedure is applied under local anesthesia, with a precise and simple maneuver.
Although it is an extraction, the procedure does not imply major complications: only slight bleeding that is controlled at the moment and post-surgical pain.
How is the dental remineralization treatment?
Dental remineralization is a minimally invasive dental treatment, whose objective is to ensure maximum preservation of tissues and promote the body's repairing capacity.
This treatment consists of enriching the dental pieces with minerals (hydroxyapatite, phosphate, calcium and other nutrients) to strengthen the dental enamel.
The oral health specialist applies fluoride gels with high concentrations, to prevent the lesions caused by cavities from continuing to advance and go deeper into the tooth.
It is undoubtedly a highly effective treatment to stop or reverse early caries.
Additionally, the specialist will recommend several elements to incorporate into your routine to help remineralize and strengthen the surface of the teeth; among them:
Fluoridated water.
Fluoride toothpaste.
Fluoride rinse.
When is extraction necessary?
First of all, the most frequent causes for performing a dental extraction are the existence of cavities and periodontal disease.
On the other hand, in cases of position anomalies, dental pieces related to cysts or tumors, retained and supernumerary teeth, it is also necessary. Other common cases are:
Deformities of congenital origin.
Pulp lesion or central nerve damage.
Fractured teeth.
Other dental treatment (for example, in some orthodontic patients).
Presence of severe periodontal disease.
How is tooth exodontia or extraction performed?
This technique is marked by very precise execution times, which you can learn a little better below:
1. Application of local anesthesia
First, local anesthesia is injected in the vicinity of the piece to be removed, a process known as infiltrated anesthesia. It is the most used in interventions of the upper jaw, due to its anatomical condition.
The technique used with interventions in the jaw is different and is called trunk, because the block produced by anesthesia is directly to the nerve trunk (trigeminal nerve), called the mandibular nerve.
2. Dislocation
The teeth are attached to the jaws by a cushioning system that gives them some mobility, called the periodontal ligament.
During the procedure, this ligament receives a gentle burst of force that carefully breaks its fibers and prepares the tooth for extraction.
3. Traction
At this point, the specialist uses small tongs anatomically designed to adapt to the tooth and the number of roots.
Immediately, the dentist begins the extraction maneuver by applying circular movements in the case of single-rooted teeth, and lateral or rocking movements in the case of multi-rooted teeth.
What is the price of the extraction treatment in Panama?
Learn about our financing plans that adapt to your needs.
4. Suture
As soon as the tooth is extracted from its location and the wound stabilization maneuvers have been completed, the specialist must ensure that the risk of bleeding has been reduced.
Immediately afterwards, the work of confronting the edges of the wound with suture material begins, to favor a healing of the dental alveolus.
extraction of teeth
When the dental piece has no salvation after having suffered a severe destruction without the possibility of being rebuilt; extraction is the best way to avoid problems that can cause even a residual root that has remained after trauma.
Extraction of infected tooth
When there is an ongoing infection, it is not correct to extract a dental piece.
Consequently, if it is necessary to carry out the extraction of an infected tooth, it is necessary to treat this problem first, so that the anesthesia can act correctly.
It is not safe or professional to work on a tooth that has an infection: The pain will never stop and it makes it impossible for the patient to stop complaining. That is why the specialist will request vitality tests and x-rays, to determine the affectation of the piece and apply treatment.
Extraction of wisdom teeth
While the extraction can be a procedure that is applied in a fortuitous way, the extraction of the wisdom teeth is many times a necessary solution.
In fact, after a dental evaluation, it is likely that the extraction of one or the four permanent teeth located at the posterior ends of the mouth (above and below) will be indicated.
Normally, when these molars do not have enough room to grow, they cause pain, infection, and other dental problems.
These cases are called impacted, and are presented by:
- Grow at an angle against the back of the mouth
- develop at an angle against the second molar
- Grow at right angles against the other tooth
The extraction of the wisdom teeth does not produce long-term complications, but they do require a surgical approach that goes from an incision in the gum to the suture, after extracting the bone.
During the procedure the following steps are executed:
- A cut is made in the gum tissue to achieve greater exposure of the tooth and bone.
- The bony part that blocks access to the root of the tooth is then removed.
- The tooth is broken into sections to facilitate its extraction.
- The tooth is extracted.
- A deep cleaning is carried out on the wound so as not to leave residues.
- The ends of the wound are sutured to promote healing.
- A dressing is placed to form a clot to help contain the leakage of blood.
Price of tooth extraction in Panama
Contact us and find out everything related to tooth extraction in Panama, by clicking here.
Advantages and disadvantages of dental extraction or exodontics
Every dental procedure involves some type of benefits and drawbacks. The following are those that are related to a dental extraction.
Advantages
- The infectious cause is eliminated, leaving the alveolar tissue prepared for a future intervention and adjustment of the dental implant.
- It is a definitive solution when there is recurring pain in a tooth.
- Solves space problems when necessary, in orthodontic patients.
Disadvantages
- Risk of bleeding, discomfort in the gums, swelling of the face and/or dizziness, due to anesthesia.
- Once a tooth is extracted, this space can only be covered with the placement of a prosthesis.
Learn more about dental extraction treatment
Learn about our financing plans that adapt to your needs.