Oral surgery
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Visitor asks:
Hello,
I had tooth 27 extracted. After the procedure, my report stated that there was a suspicion of an oroantral communication. What does that mean? Most importantly, it says that I must not smoke for 2–3 weeks, which I think will be difficult. How can smoking affect further healing?
Thank you in advance for your answer and kind regards.
Dentist Tomaž Rotar answers:
Dear Sir/Madam!
During extraction of upper molars or premolars, the condition you describe often occurs. It means that there is an opening between the oral cavity and the paranasal sinus at the site of the extracted tooth. Most such communications close spontaneously, but you need to be careful about increasing pressure in the paranasal sinuses (straining, diving...). Smoking certainly has a negative effect on any wound healing.
Have a nice day!
During extraction of upper molars or premolars, the condition you describe often occurs. It means that there is an opening between the oral cavity and the paranasal sinus at the site of the extracted tooth. Most such communications close spontaneously, but you need to be careful about increasing pressure in the paranasal sinuses (straining, diving...). Smoking certainly has a negative effect on any wound healing.
Have a nice day!
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