Tooth Extractions For Kids

Why Teeth Are Extracted

Here are reasons children’s teeth might need extraction:

• Trauma. Sometimes children’s teeth experience traumatic damage that can’t be repaired.
• Crowding. Mouths with crowded teeth can be hard to keep clean. When plaque and tartar build up, this can lead to dental, speaking, and eating problems. Crowding of baby teeth can also damage permanent teeth.
• Infection. Severe tooth infection is dangerous to the child’s health and very painful. Extraction can stop the infection from spreading to neighboring teeth.

Recovery After Tooth Extraction

Most children quickly recover after tooth extraction. They may experience bruise-like tenderness for a couple of days, and this can be managed with over-the-counter pain relief. For more severe pain after a difficult extraction, the dentist might prescribe stronger medication. Most children are completely recovered within 7-14 days.