Tooth extraction means pulling out a specific tooth. There are a number of reasons for tooth extractions. Some major reasons for the tooth extractions are tooth decay, tooth damage or some tooth alignment purposes. The major steps in the tooth extractions are as follows:

1. First of all, your dentist numb nearby area using some anesthetic injection. After this injection, the patient doesn’t feel any pain regarding the whole surgical tooth extraction process.
2. Then dentist cut down the gum and bone tissue to detach them from the tooth and gently pull out the tooth.
3. Then a gauze pad is used to stop the bleeding.
4. Then an ice is applied to the affected area to prevent the swelling.
5. Then dentist gives you some painkillers and prescribe you some tooth extraction aftercare.