Yes — when you do it yourself. If you squeeze your own skin, you run the risk of pushing some of what’s in your pimple even deeper, which can cause infection, inflammation, and acne scars. Are extractions bad for your face? While technically you can do them yourself, you’re atRead More →
Tooth extraction is performed by a dentist or oral surgeon and is a relatively quick outpatient procedure with either local, general, intravenous anesthesia, or a combination. Removing visible teeth is a simple extraction. Teeth that are broken, below the surface, or impacted require a more involved procedure. What procedures doesRead More →
Shampoo or dishwasher soap helps to dissolve the cell membrane, which is a lipid bilayer. Sodium chloride helps to remove proteins that are bound to the DNA. It also helps to keep the proteins dissolved in the aqueous layer so they don’t precipitate in the alcohol along with the DNA.Read More →
During normal healing, the discomfort of extraction should lessen over time. However, if the pain increases, this is an indication that healing is delayed and could possibly be due to a dry socket. Typically, symptoms for a dry socket develop two to four days after tooth extraction. Should a toothRead More →