Pediatric Dentistry
Children's tooth extraction is the removal of a baby tooth that cannot be saved because of decay, infection, injury or because it is preventing the permanent tooth from coming through.
Extraction is carried out with local anaesthetic and child-friendly techniques. Your dentist will explain whether a space maintainer is needed afterwards to protect the space.
Benefits
- Relieves pain and infection
- Prevents problems for the permanent tooth
- Performed gently with local anaesthetic
- Explained in child-friendly language
- Aftercare guidance for parents
What to Expect
- Examination and X-ray
- Explanation to parent and child
- Local anaesthetic
- Careful removal of the tooth
- Gauze pressure and bleeding control
- Aftercare advice and follow-up
Frequently Asked Questions
The area is numbed. Your child may feel pressure but should not feel sharp pain.
Soft, cool foods are best for the first day, and hot drinks and vigorous rinsing should be avoided.
Sometimes. It depends on which tooth was removed and how soon the permanent tooth will come through.
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