Extractions
You may 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 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 removal of a single tooth can lead to problems related to your chewing ability, problems with your jaw joint, and shifting teeth, which can have a major impact on your dental health.
To avoid these complications, in most cases, Dr. Moores, Dr. Chames, Dr. Kissoondial, Dr. Haskins, Dr. Coke, Dr. Metwally or Dr. Haviland will discuss alternatives to extractions as well as replacement of the extracted tooth.
The Extraction Process under a Local Anesthetic
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 a lot of pressure. This is from the process of firmly rocking the tooth in order to widen the socket for removal.
You 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.
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 then removes each section one at a time.
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Great experience!!
- Sharitha U
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Dr Kissoondial and the staff were professional and informative and showed genuine care for my comfort during the entire procedure. I was treated like a patient and not just a mouth that needed fixing.
- Phil M
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Excellent staff with all the experience and professionalism possible.
- Kevin W
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Dr Moores and his staff were professional and comforting.
- Kathleen C
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Oakland has been our family Oral Surgeon for many procedures over 10+ years. This summer our 19 year old son had 4 wisdom teeth extracted & our 12 year old had 2 teeth extracted - excellent before, during & after care for both! Dr. A is a gem!
- Patti B
