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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Dr. Kimmel is amazing. His assistant Heather was also incredible and they both made me feel so comfortable and confident that I would be taken care of with the upmost respect and attention. The process was physically painless and I can not speak highly enough about the entire process. I had an 11:00am appointment and I was heading home by 11:30am with no pain and a smile on my face. Thanks again Dr. Kimmel and team! I will continue to refer you highly to everyone I know.
- Bobby V
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Wonderful care from start to finish. Everyone was very kind and excellent at explaining everything and making sure I was comfortable at all times.
- Renee P
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Dr Kimmel is the nicest doctor!! So kind and thorough. The procedure was painless. Very little waiting time and everyone worked well together.
- Kelly Z