Releasing and ligating a tooth
What does the treatment involve?
During the operation
Anaesthetic
The treatment is performed under local anaesthesia. This ensures that the treated area is well numbed and avoids pain during the procedure.
Access
The surgeon makes an opening in the gums, removes any parts of gum and/or bone, and exposes the tooth.
Wound dressing
If no lock is needed, a temporary wound dressing is applied and thus the treatment is satisfied.
Preparation
If a lock needs to be placed, the tooth is prepared with an etching (acid) so that the glue to the lock adheres better.
Attachment
The clasp is bonded to the tooth and hardened with a special lamp. As a result, the clasp is firmly attached to the tooth surface.
Connection
Attached to the clasp is a wire or chain that is connected to the bracket. This ensures that the tooth can be brought into the correct position gradually.
Adhesion
The opening is closed and the wound is sutured with self-soluble thread if necessary.
After surgery
- Painkillers may be used immediately upon returning home.
- Start the advised mouthwash only after 24 hours.
- Cooling can help against any swelling.
Other information
Possible complications
- Damage to an adjacent molar, root or filling.
- In some teeth, despite treatment, the tooth still does not break through.
- The lock may come loose.
- In some cases, the gums grow back over the exposed tooth.
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