Extracting a tooth at home is an effective way to get some clean, white space-age dentine back into your mouth. Dentine is a naturally occurring calcium compound that accumulates in spaces between the enamel and dentin during development.
Extracting a tooth at home offers several benefits, including the ability to control the extraction process to your liking. This is another option when looking for an extraction clinic in Thailand or overseas.
When extracted at home, the treated tooth must be kept clean and dry until new dentine can be placed in it. This can be difficult, if not done properly.
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Make sure you have all the tools for the job
Before you can extract a tooth at home, you’ll need to make sure you have the following tools:
A scalpel is an extremely sharp, thin blade that is used to cut through skin or tissue. A scalpel can be used for extracting a tooth at home, as it can be used to cut through the enamel and surrounding bone to get at the dentin.
An alcohol pad or alcohol-free paper is used to cover up the extraction site while it takes effect and passes the required paperwork to get a new replacement tooth sent in.
A container is needed to transport the new tooth so it does not end up in someone’s mouth when they sleep or take medications which could cause them damage to the new tooth.
Do not numb the tooth yet
Once the extraction is complete, you will need to numb the tooth to make it hold its shape. This will take a few days after the extraction.
You can do this either before or after you brush your teeth. You can place a small amount of local anesthetic on the area around the tooth where it was extracted and leave it at that or you can also place some Maxadab tablets on top of the extracted area.
Both of these methods work but if you are having trouble with your extraction then the alternative method is more effective. Either put some Fri-Lock Adhesives around the edge of the tooth where it was extracted or use a traditional crown which can be glued onto that.
Do not worry if these methods are hard to remember as they both depend on whether you have had your teeth cleaned and/or insured before attempting this procedure.
Prepare what you will use to pull the tooth
Before pulling a tooth, you must prepare what you will use to pull the tooth. Use either baking soda or rice bran to soften the enamel on the teeth, reduce sensitivity, and even remove some of the old fillings where they may be hiding.
To extract a tooth at home, you must first remove all of the surrounding tissue that is holding the tooth in place. This includes taking out any remaining fillings, cleaning all of the surfaces with alcohol, and then rinsing with water and a mouthwash before attempting extraction.
You can use either a sugar-based or salt-based extraction technique. The sugar or salt can be used on its own or combined with water and a mouthwash to create an extraction solution.
Once both parties are aware of their conditions, they should see their dentist as soon as possible after hearing their symptoms because no treatment is perfect and it may not be possible to extract a tooth at home anymore.
Grip the tooth tightly and slowly move to extract
When you need to extract a tooth, you must know how to grip and remove a tooth. Many techniques are discussed that involve the use of specialty tools such as forceps or suction devices.
Using your fingers to pull the flap of tissue that covers the back of the mouth toward the front of the mouth is what many grip the tooth with and remove it. Alternatively, you can use a specialized toothpick or Incarnation Device.
When removing a ⅛–¼-inch-wide root, it may be necessary to wrap some gentle nonmetallic tape around it. This prevents it from developing a cavity when extraction is completed. The same goes for when pulling out a very thick single root.
Do not try to extract any other teeth during this process, as they may come through different ways! It is important to wait until all the teeth haveroots before beginning extraction, otherwise damage may occur.
Rinse out mouth with water after extraction
Now that the tooth is out, you can begin the extraction process. You can either gently press on the tooth with your index and middle fingers to help dislodge it, or you can use a spoon to gently place the extracted tooth into water.
After a minute or so, you will notice the skin around the extracted tooth start to loosen up and begin to sink in. This is normal and indicates that the bone and/or pulp of the tooth has been extracted.
Apply cold compress to sore mouth
If you can’t get the tooth out at home, or if you are too busy to go to the dentist, then try these next tips out at home.
Use a warm wet wash cloth to loosen up any hardened food or substance that may be in your tooth.
Try tapping your mouth lightly with your fingers to see if any come out. If so, pull the tooth apart and take a Q-tip or cotton ball and gently press into the space between the root and surface of the tooth. Try prying open the edge of the bone that holds onto the part of the tooth that is inside of your mouth.
Take painkillers if necessary
If you can’t get to the dentist or if the extraction site is too painful, then you should take some painkillers before the extraction.
At least five tablets of aspirin will prevent some pain during an extraction. If you can’t find it, look for a product that has at least four out of six tablets of aspirin as recommended.
See your dentist if symptoms persist
If you cannot afford to have your tooth extracted at home, there are a few ways to make the extraction easier.
The first way is to find a dentist that can safely use an assisted extraction technique. The equipment used at a dentist’s office can be regulated by a skilled technician, making the extraction more pleasant and less painful.
The second way is to buy yourself a manual extractor. You can purchase one of these at many websites, but be careful! Some extractors may be sold as tabletop models, ergonomically-correct devices that you hold in your hands.
The last way is to try doing the extraction yourself.