Tooth Extractions
You and your dentist may determine that you need a tooth extraction for any number of reasons. Some teeth are extracted because they are severely decayed; others may have advanced periodontal disease, or others may have broken in a way that cannot be repaired. Other teeth may need removal because they are poorly positioned in the mouth (such as impacted teeth) or in preparation for orthodontic treatment.
The Extraction Process
At the time of extraction, the doctor will need to numb your tooth, jaw bone and gums that surround the area with a local anesthetic.
During the extraction process, you will feel some pressure. This is from the process of firmly rocking the tooth in order to widen the socket for removal.
You will feel the pressure without pain, as the anesthetic has numbed the nerves stopping the transference of pain, yet the nerves that transmit pressure are not profoundly affected.
If you do feel pain at any time during the extraction, please let us know right away.
Sectioning a Tooth
Some teeth require sectioning. This is a very common procedure done when a tooth is so firmly anchored in its socket or the root is curved and the socket can’t expand enough to remove it. The doctor simply cuts the tooth into sections and then removes each section, one at a time.
Don’t Wait If You Think You May Need A Tooth Extracted!
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Oral Surgery Associates of Milwaukee, S.C.
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Every thing went so smoothly and didn't even feel the tooth being pulled. Dr. Kortebein was great and Ashley the assistant was a delight.
- Kim M
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I was in and out in less than an hour with less pain than when I went in. Grateful for getting great treatment quickly!
- Joey S
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Oral Surgery Associates is the best. They talk you through what will be happening and everything that will be going on. I have a pretty high anxiety when I go to the dentists and usually require nitrous oxide, but the dentist and staff talked me through it and I did it just fine without. They are very caring and answer all questions. Highly recommend!!
- Amanda P