Tooth Extractions
You and Dr. Wagner 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 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. Wagner will discuss alternatives to extractions as well as replacement of the extracted tooth.
The Tooth Extraction Process
At the time of extraction Dr. Wagner 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.
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. Dr. Wagner simply cuts the tooth into sections then removes each section one at a time.
After Tooth Extraction
For details on home care after tooth extraction, see the page “After Extractions” under “Surgical Instructions”.
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It was perfect! I was so happy with all...I'm a chicken when it comes to a dentist. Dr. Wagner changed all that! His staff was so friendly! They answered my questions. Dr. Wagner took the time to pray before pulling my tooth. After the procedure, he came in and said everything went well. I could walk out and we picked up medicine and I rested the rest of the day. I can't believe it. I felt like I never had a tooth extracted! I didn't take any pain medication after a couple applications! Thank you, Dr. Wagner! Thank you, staff! God has blessed your work because you gave Him first place by praying--and He blessed me because of you! To God be the Glory! Amen... Praying your mission trip will bring some light to this dark world! Amen...God Bless you all!! It has encouraged me to see your light shine right here in Racine...We need to pray for your ministry. God is Good!! All the time!! Happy Blessed Easter to you!!
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