1. Impacted wisdom tooth 
2. Grossly decayed tooth
3. Tooth affected by advanced gum disease
4. Tooth with failed endodontic treatment
5. Space creation for orthodontic treatment

For a simple tooth extraction, primary wound healing would be observed within 2 to 3 days. For a surgical tooth extraction, primary wound healing will take place within 7 to 10 days. Any stitches placed would be removed after this time and thereafter, it would take around 8-10 weeks for the socket to fully recover.

• Post-surgical infection
• Dry socket
• Nerve injury
• Delayed wound healing

• Here are some post-operative instructions that you may be advised to follow

  • Do not spit or rinse for at least 24 hours
  • Consume soft, cold, and soothing food after the procedure
  • Avoid drinking alcohol as it dries up the socket and prevents blood clot formation
  • Avoid smoking
  • Avoid eating hot and spicy food
  • Avoid eating sticky and hard food that might get trapped in the extraction socket
  • Rest well for the day
  • Brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush
  • Mouthwash can be used from the 2nd day onwards
  • Take the medications as prescribed, including over-the-counter painkillers, and complete the course of antibiotics if any
  • Avoid strenuous activity that increases the blood pressure and heart rate for at least 2-3 days which may induce the onset of bleeding