Surgical Imaging

Surgical extraction is performed when a tooth cannot be easily removed, rather than through normal extractions. It is done through a surgical operation. In short, a more detailed procedure is required depending on the condition of the bone, gum, or root surrounding the tooth.

Surgical Imaging Process

Impacted teeth (wisdom teeth) and fractured teeth, as well as teeth with many roots, require surgical extraction. 

• Before surgical extraction, it is essential that the patient undergoes a panoramic or periapical X-ray and an intraoral examination. If surgical extraction is deemed necessary, the patient should be referred to an oral surgeon, as not every dentist can perform this type of tooth extraction.
• The procedure is performed under local anesthesia; the area to be treated is numbed.
• The patient will not feel pain during the procedure, but may experience a feeling of pressure.
• In a simple tooth extraction, the part held in place by the forceps is usually absent in surgical extractions.
• For this reason, the gum is opened with a small incision, and if necessary, bone around the tooth is removed.
• The tooth may not come out whole; it may come out piece by piece.
• This type of problem usually occurs in wisdom teeth and molars.
• The filming location is cleaned. 
• Stitches are applied.
• The opened gum is usually closed with dissolvable stitches.
• Dissolvable sutures disappear over time or are removed by the doctor.

What should we pay attention to after surgical extraction?

• A bandage is applied to the area where the photo was taken for 45 minutes after the procedure.
• Smoking and alcohol are prohibited for the first 48 hours.
• It is also recommended that food and drinks be consumed lukewarm rather than very hot or very cold.
• Spitting should absolutely be avoided for the first 24 hours.
• Pain and swelling are normal for 3 to 4 days; the doctor will prescribe antibiotics and painkillers if deemed necessary.
• An appointment for stitch removal is scheduled for the following week.
• In short, surgical tooth extractions are more difficult than natural tooth extractions; it's a procedure that can only be performed by an oral surgeon. The tooth can be removed piece by piece or completely; it's a type of surgical operation. 
• During surgical extractions, small incisions are made in the gum to remove the tooth, after which stitches are applied. 
• Cold compresses are very effective after surgical extraction; they should be applied every 10 minutes.
• Facial swelling is a normal occurrence and usually disappears within 3-4 days. If it persists after 3-4 days, you should consult your doctor.