What Is  Child Tooth Extraction?

Milk teeth begin to change at the age of 6-8 and leave their place to permanent teeth. Milk teeth begin to wobble due to the permanent teeth coming from below and often fall out on their own. When milk teeth do not fall out on their own, they must be extracted by the dentist.

How Are Child Tooth Extraction Done?

For tooth extraction in children, anesthesia is usually applied superficially. If necessary, local anesthesia is applied. After the anesthesia takes effect, extraction is performed using special tooth extraction materials.

In Which Situations Is Child Tooth Extraction Applied?

Tooth extraction in children is preferred in the following cases:

• In rotten teeth that cannot be treated,
• In cases where the permanent tooth is elsewhere due to the loss of the primary tooth,
• In children with more teeth than they should be,
• In severely wobbly teeth,
• In teeth that need to be extracted for orthodontic treatment…

With the extraction of decayed teeth, the decay of other teeth and the formation of infection in the mouth are prevented. With the extraction of milk teeth, space is gained for the permanent tooth coming from below.

How Long Does A Child Tooth Extraction Take?

The duration of milk tooth extraction in children may vary depending on the compatibility of the child and the condition of the tooth. The extraction of an average primary tooth takes 20 minutes, including the anesthesia period.

What Are The Side Effects Of Child Extraction?

Symptoms such as pain after tooth extraction, swelling, pain when the mouth is opened and closed may occur. Although rare, infection may occur at the extraction site.

What Should Be Done After Child Tooth Extraction?

It is important to closely follow the dentist's post-treatment instructions. Since the extraction area will be numb for a while, parents should be careful not to bite the child's lip or cheek. In case of pain, painkillers and antibiotics recommended by your doctor should be used. It is very important to maintain good oral hygiene in the next process. Teeth should be brushed at least twice a day, mouthwash and dental floss should be used.

During the first hour after the extraction, it is necessary to avoid talking too much, eating and drinking. During the first day, children should not brush their teeth or rinse their mouths.