Tooth Extractions
You and Dr. Pamula or 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, Drs. Pamula or Wagner will discuss alternatives to extractions as well as replacement of the extracted tooth.
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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. Pamula or 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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Patient Review from Cynthia W
Five stars!
- Cynthia W
Patient Review from JEANNE M
ALL 5 STARS! Dr. Pamula was great! I felt very comfortable, had no pain with extraction & recuperation was easy. Staff were terrific also!
- JEANNE M
Patient Review from Jaclyn K
Best oral surgeon, so gentle and great bedside manner! Highly reccomend!!
- Jaclyn K
Patient Review from Ron G
5 Stars
- Ron G
Patient Review from Amy Joy D
From the moment we walked in we were greeted with warm and friendly smiles. All staff members were very kind and professional. They explained things very well so we understood how my procedure would go. Dr. Wagner was absolutely wonderful with his professional, kind demeanor and care. My multiple tooth extraction and bone grafting was a breeze. I was put under aesthetic for the procedure. Instructions for after care were easy to follow. I had no issues at all. I highly suggest Lakeside Oral Surgery & Implant Solutions. They give great service with top notch care!
- Amy Joy D
Patient Review from Denise E
Every aspect went much easier than I expected. Pain was not a problem-well under control.
- Denise E
Patient Review from Inge S
5 Stars!
- Inge S
Patient Review from SUSAN O
KIND, CALMING, GENTLE, INFORMATIVE
- SUSAN O
Patient Review from DEBRA H
GREAT EXPERIENCE!
- DEBRA H
Patient Review from ANTONIUS V
EXCELLENT
- ANTONIUS V
Patient Review from SUZANNE M
THE STAFF AND DOCTOR MADE US FEEL WELCOME FROM THE MINUTE WE CAME IN THE DOOR. THE DOCTOR AND STAFF ARE VERY COMPETENT AND PROFESSIONAL
- SUZANNE M
Patient Review from Peggy S
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- Peggy S
Patient Review from Constance D
A "scary" time for me turned out to be a "pleasant" one. No need for any pain pills!
- Constance D
Patient Review from Jeff C
Dr. Pamula explained the procedure to remove an impacted wisdom tooth with cyst in detail. Received a follow up call the next day from Dr Pamula checking on how I was doing and asking if I had any more questions. Highly recommend.
- Jeff C
Patient Review from Brian O
Dental appointments make me very nervous. The staff and Dr. Wagner made me very comfortable while there. I felt very confident that I would receive great service. He even called me the next day to check on me. I can't say enough!
- Brian O
Patient Review from Ted G
Every thing went well, very professional. I would definitely recommend
- Ted G
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Patient Review from Dee Ann P
Not that I want to do it again, it was a VERY good experience! Love all of you! Everyone was great and put up with me! Thanks to all!
- Dee Ann P
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Patient Review from Jacqueline S
Dr. Wagner and his staff deserves a 5 plus star by far!! Thank you again Dr. Wagner for being there for me when I really needed!!! .. I was SO scared and Dr. Wagner and his staff were just amazingly sincere and patient with me!! So thankful to all you!! (Teeth pulling / also bone graphing).
- Jacqueline S