Tooth extraction is the surgical removal of a tooth. A tooth is extracted if it is grossly decayed, infected, loose tooth, over-retained milk tooth, or crowding.
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What is the tiny tissue that is hanging after pulling a loose tooth in my 5-year-old daughter?
Query: Hello doctor, My 5-year-old daughter had a very loose tooth two days ago. It was barely hanging on and getting in the way of her eating. We pulled the tooth out, and she said it hurt a little even though it was barely attached. There is now a tiny piece of tissue sticking up out of the hole where h... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw the pictures attached (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). It is important to confirm that you have pulled the entire tooth. If yes, then I advise you to wait for three days and follow general instructions like having a soft diet, bland f... Read Full »
I have had dental issues for a long time. Please advise.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old male, and since the age of ten, I have had mouth issues. I have been to a dentist and an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and both said that my teeth are fine, but I have had issues with my mouth and teeth all my life. They hurt, and I want them all to be removed. Wha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to you, all of your teeth are causing some pain. I advise you to take an orthopantomogram (OPG). Verify for any dental caries, abscess, periodontal issues, cyst, or other infection. In case of any infection or dental caries, go for that treatment of the sam... Read Full »
I have an infection in my RC-treated tooth. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I underwent dental treatment twice, which resulted in incomplete fillings and infection near and around the bones. At first, the doctor said the tooth might decay and should be extracted in time because it affects branching nerves and teeth. Besides that, as I was younger, the doctor advi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you take a radiograph and consult me for further details. Also, take an orthopantomogram to verify the position of the nerves. Then do take antibiotics and pain killers for three days. Then continue with the procedure. If it cannot be re-treated with RCT (root c... Read Full »