When a tooth cannot be saved, extraction may be the best path to preserving your overall oral health. At The Shine Dental Clinic in Sanepa, Lalitpur, we perform gentle tooth extractions and minor oral surgical procedures using modern anaesthetic techniques to ensure a comfortable, anxiety-free experience.
We serve children, adults, patients with special needs, and expat families, with a careful, patient-paced approach and full aftercare guidance.
Whether your child has their first cavity or you are an adult seeking a discreet tooth-coloured filling, our team provides gentle, anxiety-free care for the whole family.
We perform simple extractions of teeth that are severely decayed, infected, or broken beyond repair. Using effective local anaesthesia and a calm, gentle approach, we ensure the procedure is as comfortable as possible. Sedation options are available for anxious patients.
When a baby tooth is lost early, a space maintainer is placed to hold the space open for the permanent tooth to erupt correctly. Without it, neighbouring teeth can drift, causing crowding and the need for future orthodontic treatment. We design and fit custom space maintainers for children.
Impacted teeth most commonly wisdom teeth (third molars) are teeth that cannot fully erupt due to lack of space or incorrect positioning. Surgical removal involves removing bone or gum tissue to access and extract the tooth under local anaesthesia. We also manage other impacted teeth where necessary.
After any extraction, we provide detailed aftercare instructions to promote healing and reduce the risk of dry socket. For patients planning future dental implants, we can perform socket preservation at the time of extraction to maintain bone volume.
Your Questions About Dental Care, Answered.
No,we use effective anaesthetic to fully numb the area before any extraction. You may feel pressure but not pain during the procedure. For anxious patients, we offer nitrous oxide sedation to help you feel calm throughout.
Most simple extractions heal within 1-2 weeks. The initial 24-48 hours are the most important. We advise avoiding hard foods, rinsing vigorously, or smoking during this time. Surgical extractions (e.g. wisdom teeth) may take slightly longer.
It depends on which tooth was lost and how far away the permanent tooth is from erupting. In many cases, a space maintainer is recommended to prevent the adjacent teeth from drifting and to ensure the permanent tooth erupts in the correct position.
Wisdom teeth should be assessed when they begin to emerge (typically age 17-25). Signs that removal may be needed include pain, infection, crowding of other teeth, or the tooth being impacted (unable to fully erupt). Not all wisdom teeth need removal, we assess each case individually.
Yes. We perform surgical removal of impacted and problematic wisdom teeth at The Shine Dental Clinic in Sanepa, Lalitpur, under local anaesthesia with sedation options available.
Stick to soft, cool foods for the first 24-48 hours, such as yoghurt, mashed potato, soup, or dal without solid pieces. Avoid hot, spicy, crunchy, or chewy foods, and skip drinking through a straw, as suction can dislodge the healing blood clot and lead to dry socket.
Yes, when appropriately assessed and administered by our dental team. We use gentle, age-appropriate techniques and, where needed, mild sedation to keep children calm and comfortable. Every child is evaluated individually before any sedation is recommended.
Cost depends on the type of extraction (simple vs. surgical), whether sedation is needed, and any additional care such as socket preservation. We're happy to provide a personalised quote after an initial consultation and examination.
In some cases, yes, this is called immediate implant placement. In others, we recommend socket preservation at the time of extraction and allow the site to heal before placing an implant. We'll advise the best approach based on the condition of the tooth, gum, and bone.
Yes, we welcome expat and international patients and can accommodate emergency and planned extractions. Our English-speaking dentists can assess your situation quickly and explain all treatment options clearly before proceeding.
