Tooth Extractions IN Joplin MO
You and Dr. Burnett or Dr. Bays 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. Burnett or Bays 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 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.
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 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”.
Oral & Facial Surgery Center of Joplin
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The entire staff was very friendly and very courteous. Overall the best experience I have ever had from a dentist.
- Debra C
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Great service. They made me feel at ease and very comfortable. Doctor Barnett was so kind and took time to talk and see if I had any questions . I would recommend highly! Thank you
- Louella Y
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Everyone was great! Friendly and pleasant. Helped make an unpleasant procedure seem routine.
- Fred G
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I was extremely apprehensive for an extraction of a tooth that had a previous root canal. Everyone was kind. I am very appreciative of Dr Bays patience and skill.
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Helpful, Caring and fast. Overall I was greatly pleased with my treatment.
- Chadd F
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Very pleased, had two wisdom teeth and two molars removed!! Dr. Bays did a great job and is a very nice doctor, I highly recommend him!!
- Kathy P
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Never had a better dental experience in my life. Everyone on the staff made sure I was comfortable for the extraction that I needed and that it was comfortable throughout. The actual procedure was done in minutes once they had me comfortable. I am so grateful for this office and the doctor. 10/10.
- J O
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very friendly, went smoothly, and was in and out from 6 extractions with anesthesia. Did not even have much pain and went to work next morning!
- Joseph W
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I had nad infection n huge fear of dentist. Staff and especially dr was nice m courtesy. Explained everything and made me feel as comfortable as could.
- Heather H
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Procedure went smoothly, staff texted to check on me afterward
- Janet W
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I had not had a tooth removed before and was worried about the pain but it went very well. Just had a local and did not feel much pain
- Janet W
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Could not have asked for better care! The staff and Dr. Burnett were exceptional!
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Fast efficient friendly. As professional as I have ever experienced in a medical procedure. I would recommend to anyone with issues requiring an oral surgeon.
- Richard D
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Hands down a great doc and staff
- Brian S
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I had 2 teeth that were bad. Dr. Bays did a great job. I feel allot better now.
- Lester Charles L