ABOUT IMPACTED TOOTH EXTRACTION
An impacted tooth is a tooth which has been unable to emerge through the gums. This usually happens because of overcrowding, and is most common with wisdom teeth. It can result in the tooth only partially erupting or becoming fully impacted beneath the gum.
The impacted tooth can remain beneath the gums and may not cause any pain or swelling, however, many impacted teeth can put pressure on neighboring teeth, and can cause infection if a gum flap forms over a partially impacted tooth.
Patients who have a problematic impacted wisdom tooth, may experience bad breath, pain, and swelling of the gums and jaws. Sometimes the dentist may recommend removing an impacted tooth which is not causing problems, in an effort to prevent future problems which may occur.
Recommended for
- An impacted tooth which is causing problems such as infection, or putting pressure on other teeth
TIME REQUIREMENTS
- Average length of stay abroad: 2 – 3 days.
Some patients allow a few days before travel in case of pain or difficulty speaking. This may be recommended for patients having several teeth removed.
- Number of trips abroad needed: 1.
COMPARE IMPACTED TOOTH EXTRACTION PRICES AROUND THE WORLD
| Country | Cost |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 252€ |
| Spain | 100€ |
| Costa Rica | 90€ |
| Mexico | 72€ |
| Turkey | 60€ |
| Poland | 47€ |
| Hungary | 45€ |
| Thailand | 30€ |
HOW TO FIND QUALITY TREATMENT ABROAD
BEFORE IMPACTED TOOTH EXTRACTION ABROAD
Your dentist or surgeon will take x-rays of the teeth, in order to establish the location of the impacted tooth. Before the procedure, they will then numb the area with local anesthetic before the procedure.
HOW IS IT PERFORMED
In order to remove the tooth, the dentist will make an incision through the gums before removing the tooth. Sometimes the tooth must be removed in segments.
Anesthesia
Local anesthetic.
Procedure duration
The Impacted Tooth Extraction takes 1 to 2 hours.
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER IMPACTED TOOTH EXTRACTION
Post procedure care
After surgery, patients should relax. If lying down, it is advised to raise the head slightly to reduce bleeding, and use cotton gauzes to soak up any blood from the extraction site. The dentist should prescribe suitable painkillers (avoid aspirin as it may increase bleeding).
Possible discomfort
There is some minor discomfort associated with tooth extraction, although this should pass quickly. Soreness in the area should pass within a day or so.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT IMPACTED TOOTH EXTRACTION
Potential risks
- Jaw fracture
- Infection
- Heavy bleeding
- Damage to surrounding teeth
- Dry socket
- Pain
- Swelling
- Sinus injury (if from the upper jaw)
- Nerve damage
