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Primary tooth extraction in Odesa – iDentity Clinic & Lab
Extracting a primary tooth is a surgical step pediatric dentists take only for clear medical reasons. When a temporary tooth is severely destroyed or blocks eruption of the permanent tooth, removal protects the child from spreading infection and pain.
At iDentity, extraction is as gentle as possible. Our doctors turn the visit into a game so the child is not afraid. Modern two-stage anesthesia keeps the process completely painless, and atraumatic instruments help preserve gum and bone for the future permanent dentition.
Our priority is the child's comfort and minimizing risks to proper bite development.
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When primary tooth extraction is chosen
How pediatric extraction differs from adult surgery
Pediatric extraction has unique features because of jaw anatomy and the presence of permanent tooth buds.
Here is how this affects treatment:
- Special pediatric forceps avoid excessive pressure on the crown and brittle primary walls.
- Movements aim to preserve socket walls so bone heals without scarring soft tissue.
- Anesthesia is dosed by body weight; gum gel removes sensitivity before the injection.
- The procedure lasts only a few minutes so the child does not tire or become frightened.
When another option makes sense
If exam and targeted X-ray show that:
- the primary root is intact and inflammation does not affect the permanent bud — root canal treatment or a pediatric crown may be chosen;
- mobility is from gum inflammation, not root resorption — professional hygiene and medication may be enough;
- more than six months remain before natural exchange — early loss could shift neighbors, so tooth-preserving protocols are tried first.
Extraction is decided only after careful X-ray analysis. The final plan is discussed with parents.
Primary tooth extraction pricing
Extraction of a loose primary tooth
UAH 1,100
Extraction of a multi-root primary tooth
UAH 1,700
Before treatment begins, the doctor will confirm:
- anesthesia type (topical plus local);
- extraction complexity (mobile tooth vs deeply destroyed root);
- need for a space maintainer after extraction.
The exact price is given to parents before the procedure starts.
Isaprimarytoothlooseorblockingthepermanenttooth?
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Treatment process
How tooth extraction works
Risks of delayed primary tooth extraction
FAQ
FAQ about primary tooth extraction
No — numbing gel means the child barely feels the injection, and the extraction itself is painless.
If more than a year remains before the permanent tooth, a space maintainer prevents neighboring teeth from shifting.
A blood clot forms immediately; full mucosal healing usually takes 3–5 days.
Avoid food for about 2 hours while anesthesia lasts so the child does not bite cheek or lip by accident.
Avoid frightening words like “shot” or “endure.” Trust the doctor — our team knows how to redirect the child's attention during treatment.
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