Is it not advisable to extract an abcess molar tooth?

Question

How long would it take to extract an abcess molar tooth?

Answer 1

Unless you are missing the "opposing tooth" it's not advisable, if it can be saved with a root canal. If the tooth is extracted and the tooth above or below it occludes with it, then you will "lose two teeth." The opposing tooth will continue erupting with nothing stopping it or occluding with it. That is the "main reason" why we try not to extract molar teeth. Of coarse it's to save your natural dentition as well. No dentist will want to remove a tooth that has the potential of being viable with treatment. We work to "maintain your teeth" with various treatments available and try very hard not to let you lose one. No matter what anyone here says, your teeth are better than any artificial replacement can ever be; partial, denture, implant or bridge. If it can be saved then I would suggest you do "any" treatment necessary to try, if not then the dentist will tell you it's not worth trying due to "decay into the furcation", too much "bone loss" from the abscess, not enough "structure" left. Some reason will be given to you as to "why it can't be saved." I hope I've been of some help with this and good luck with your procedure.

As for time to extract, it varies due to how badly the tooth is broken down, any where from a few minutes to an hour would be a good guide to go by.

Also if you’re concerned about extracting the tooth while it's abscessed, don't be. There are times when it's absolutely imperative that it's removed immediately. It's done all the time due to the infection, and then you are given antibiotics to help your body clear up the remaining infection.

Answer 2

Yes, you treat the infection first. This is because death can occur if the tooth is extracted with the infection raging because it can enter the bloodstream and cause the above dire situation. I honestly know 2 people this happened to (granted, that was in the 1970's and you can see why they've made the improvement of treating infection first rather than just extracting willy-nilly).

It's possible that the dentist or DOD will choose to try and save the tooth. I've had 3 root canals and 2 crowns from "saving teeth." If the tooth is too far gone, it will be extracted and you'll probably receive a partial (a dental appliance that you can put in and take out for cleaning and comfort--it looks like a tooth and part of gums with wires that hook on the existing teeth around it to secure it in place).

There are also more permanent options like bridges that can be cemented in place. Most people I know end up with partials -- I do not know why. It might be a question of cost or it could be due to the placement of the tooth extracted.

Your dentist or DOD should give you a free consultation before deciding what you'll have done but *definitely* do the oral anti-biotic treatment to clear up the infection first.
Be well!

Answer 3

The trend is changing nowadays the dentists are trying to retain as many tooth as possible and give a fitting treatment for the same because removing the teeth weakens the immune system and also cause digestion problems. The artificial teeth are not 100% original teeth and their function is also not 100%.

Answer 4

There are two ways to treat a tooth with an abscess: You can pull it out or you can save it with a root canal. I always recommend the root canal if the tooth is salvageable. Good luck!

Answer 5

root canal therapy is the best treatment for an abcess of a restorable tooth. if it isn't restorable then extraction is the best option. the dentist will help you decide on the best treatment.

Answer 6

You need to take antibiotics first. Talk to a Dentist. If pulled while abscessed you can get blood poisoning and infection CAN go to your brain then you don't need any teeth cuz you die.

Answer 7

You treat the infection first.

Answer 8

yes, you should have it extracted. sometimes you have to take antibiotics for at least 5 days before pulling it. do not get a root canal.

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