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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Very professional, kind doctor and staff!
- Mary S
Patient Testimonial
This survey and very positive comments is for Alissa L., who I think answers the phone at the Oak Creek office. I called very early on Monday morning July 12 and advised her that I had a tooth that was going bad and I was in a lot of pain. I knew at some point I would need it pulled. I had to go out of town because my father needed some surgery and my mother passed away. I need to be with him for the surgery. I knew it was short notice and Alissa tried to get me in with Dr. Kimmel who extracted my last tooth. He was also very caring and did a wonderful job. I did have and appointment on Jul 29, but couldn't find anything sooner that Thursday, July 15. She said she would contact Dr. Kimmel to possibly prescribe some antibiotics for the pain. She didn't forget about me, because later in the afternoon she was advised that there was a cancelation with Dr. Kimmel on July 13 and quickly booked the appointment for me and called me soon after. I am so grateful for her effort to get me in - I can't tell you how happy my wife and I are. Thank you, Thank you!! You are the Best!
- Gregory L
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Awesome Doctor and staff
- Carol Y