Understanding Tooth Extractions: Risks, Complications, and Aftercare
There are many reasons why a patient might need a tooth extracted. It could be a tooth with a cavity too large to preserve, or an impacted tooth beneath the gums, such as a wisdom tooth. While many extractions go without a hitch, patients need to understand the possible complications of tooth extraction to be prepared for the unexpected. The team at Shane Nelson DDS in Overland Park, Kansas, can educate you on this. What are the possible complications associated with tooth extractions? Dry socket (which is when a blood clot fails to form or becomes dislodged from the extraction … Continue reading
