How is a tooth "pulled"?

Question

How does the dentist pull out a wisdom tooth way back there without ones head moving along with the tugs? Do they twist the tooth or rock it back and forth until it becomes loose then yank it up? What does the instrument look like? Like a vice grip or a pair of plyers? What if the tooth shatters? How do they get the rest out? Man I don't think I can do it...Please explain how it is pulled in detail.
Thanks

Ok, so I just watched a full extraction on utube. The dentist was using a chissel and a hammer. Is this normal? I almost fainted watching it....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYNO8yElswk

Answer 1

as far as how it's pulled, it depends on the tooth. for the wisdom teeth, usually ppl get that out b/c they are partially erupted. there's a small flap of gum that resides on the biting surface of the tooth which can get food and bacteria underneath it. we can happen from there is a localized infection causing pain and discomfort. sometimes if it gets bad, is the infection moves to areas near the throat and close the airway up and then move down to the mediastinum (space that covers the heart). you could be in bad shape from there. the other reason is that it's still erupting and it's moving into the adjacent tooth (the 2nd molar). when it does this it'll cause that tooth's root to resorp and you'll need to get that one out too. bad news bears.

how? if most of the tooth is out, they use an elevator (looks like a screwdriver) in btw the teeth and rock it out. the elevator is shaped similarly to a flat head screwdriver but with a rounder side to it, which helps avoid extracting another tooth. this driver separates the periodontal ligament which holds the tooth into your jaw. this makes taking out the tooth much easier and without damaging surrounding areas or the tooth itself, unless it's rocked improperly.

they also will use forceps which are like pilers. they use this in a rocking back and forth motion. when they rock it out, they move the pilers in a way where it doesn't intervene with the adjacent teeth. if the tooth is locked or submerged into bone, they can use a surgical drill and cut around the tooth and pull it out much easier.

if the tooth shatters or fractures, which can happen, the surgeon or dentist can use a variety of instruments to get the fragments out (eg root picks). he'll or she'll use an xray to confirm all of the tooth is out.

this is a totally simple explanation. make sure you ask the dentist all the questions before hand so you're more comfortable.

you should NOT feel any discomfort during the extraction, except the 'shot' part and some soreness afterwards, but that's it.

take care

Answer 2

You really don't want to know, but here goes: You will move
a bit with it, they'll tell you to hold as still as you can. Then
they use an instrument called an elevator, the best way I can
describe it is it looks sort of like a screwdriver. They just work
it around the tooth, loosening it from the socket. Or they
could use a dental drill to cut the tooth into sections and
remove it piece by piece. They can use forceps that look
something like pliers. You don't want to watch, and you don't
want to know. Just trust them, they're professionals and
do it all day long.

Answer 3

thetoofguy is right, although you will feel a lot of pressure also.
when the procedure is over, I am sure they will tell you post op instructions but, just to be sure, do not drink from a straw or spit, you could pull out the clot that is trying to form and end up with a dry socket which is very painfull. Rinse gently with warm salt water (letting the water just fall out of your mouth, remember no spitting) eat soft foods for a few days and no popcorn or peanuts. You don't want food getting caught in the socket either. best of luck to you and don't be too nervous. Ask you dentist any questions that you have.

Answer 4

the tooth is extracted, but first you are given an anesthetic to numb your mouth so you dont feel anything. the needle doesnt hurt at all. they use variety of combinations to get the tooth out: twisting, yanking, pulling. the instruments are fairly small and resemble plyers. I think it is rare for the tooth to shadder.

Answer 5

CHARLES,

THE TRADITIONAL METHOD INVOLVES USING SPECIAL FORCEPS DESIGNED TO ENGAGE THE ROOTS OF THE TOOTH AND AFTER MUCH PRESSURE AND STRAIN THE TOOTH AND SOMETIMES THE BONE COMES OUT WITH THE TOOTH.
THE ATRAUMATIC TECHNIQUE INVOLVES USING INSTRUMENTS TO LOOSEN THE PERIODONTAL LIGAMENT WHICH SURROUNDS EVERY TOOTH AND INSTRUMENTS CALLED PERIOTOMES TO LOOSEN THE BONE SURROUNDING THE TOOTH. THEN INSTRUMENTS CALLED LUXATORS ARE USED TO FISPLACE THE ROOT FROM THE SOCKET. THE TOOTH COMES OUT WITH A LITTLE GENTLE TUG ON IT.

Answer 6

the tongue is what you taste with but some plonker just made that up about the sweet tooth. Tongues are wonderful for doing many things..i like to taste things with it before i devour You are asking me what my favourite sweet thing is, oh jasus everything Chocolate eclairs fresh fruit & cream with sponge most types of chocolate, im not too keen on the dark choc though body parts ..mmm

Answer 7

My wife had two pulled at the same visit. The dentist put her to sleep so she knew nothing! Ask if this is possible for you!