Tooth Extraction Treatment in India
About Tooth Extraction
Key Highlights
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Effectively eliminates severe tooth pain and discomfort.Prevents the spread of infection to surrounding teeth and bone.Creates space for orthodontic treatment to correct crowding.Removes non-restorable teeth damaged by decay or trauma.Prepares the site for future dental prosthetics like implants or bridges.Typically a quick, in-office procedure with local anesthesia./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe tooth decay or damage that cannot be repaired with a filling or crown.
- Advanced periodontal (gum) disease causing loosening of the tooth.
- Impacted teeth, commonly wisdom teeth, causing pain or cyst formation.
- Tooth infection (abscess) that does not resolve with root canal therapy.
- Crowded teeth where extraction is necessary for orthodontic alignment.
- Teeth fractured below the gum line due to trauma.
- Preparation for radiation or chemotherapy where an infected tooth poses a risk.
How to prepare
- Provide a complete medical and dental history, including medications and allergies.
- Inform the dentist of any conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or immune disorders.
- Disclose use of blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as per dentist's instructions.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home if sedation or general anesthesia is planned.
- Eat a light meal a few hours before the procedure if only local anesthesia is used.
- Maintain good oral hygiene prior to the appointment.
Risks & possible complications
- Dry socket (alveolar osteitis): Painful condition where the blood clot dislodges.
- Post-operative infection at the extraction site.
- Excessive bleeding that may require additional intervention.
- Damage to adjacent teeth, fillings, or dental work.
- Numbness or tingling due to temporary or, rarely, permanent nerve injury.
- Jaw stiffness or limited mouth opening (trismus).
- Sinuses may be involved during upper back tooth extractions.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Bite gently on the provided gauze pad for 30-60 minutes to control bleeding.
- Apply an ice pack to the cheek for 10-minute intervals to reduce swelling.
- Take prescribed pain relievers and antibiotics as directed.
- Eat soft foods (yogurt, pudding, soup) and avoid hot liquids for the first 24 hours.
- Do not rinse vigorously, spit, smoke, or use a straw for at least 24-48 hours.
- After 24 hours, gently rinse with warm salt water several times a day.
- Resume gentle brushing, avoiding the extraction site, the next day.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days for initial healing, 2-3 weeks for gum tissue, several months for bone
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tooth extraction in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with dental surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for tooth extraction compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 9 – USD 88 | 0 days (outpatient procedure) | ~ 3-7 days for initial healing, 2-3 weeks for gum tissue, several months for bone | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 66 – USD 656 | 0 days (outpatient procedure) | ~ 3-7 days for initial healing, 2-3 weeks for gum tissue, several months for bone | Know More |
Saanvi Kumar, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Saanvi Kumar, a 28-year-old software engineer, had been struggling with a persistent, throbbing pain in her lower left molar for months. A childhood fall had cracked the tooth, and a previous root canal had failed. The pain became debilitating, radiating to her ear and making concentration at work impossible. Her dentist, Dr. Chen, explained that the tooth was severely infected and the bone around it was deteriorating; extraction was the only option to prevent the infection from spreading. Saanvi was terrified, associating dental visits with childhood fear. The procedure itself, under local anesthesia, was quick and pressure-heavy but painless. The recovery involved careful icing, soft foods, and following the aftercare sheet meticulously. Within a week, the constant pain was gone, replaced by a dull healing soreness. Emotionally, she moved from anxiety and dread to immense relief. Removing the source of chronic pain felt like reclaiming her focus and peace of mind.
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