Tooth Extractions Burlington Township, NJ
You and Dr. Prousi or Dr. McKinlay 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. Prousi or McKinlay will discuss alternatives to extractions as well as replacement of the extracted tooth.
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”.
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Patient Review from Judith D
Very professional and caring. I felt very comfortable during the procedure. The doctor even called me to check how I was doing. I will definitely recommend to a friend.
- Judith D
Patient Review from Helen A
Professional,friendly concerned about the well being of their patients.
- Helen A
Patient Review from Kenneth S
chairs for those waiting could be a little more comfortable, the overall experience was what I expected
- Kenneth S
Patient Review from Robert K
exceptional oral care!
- Robert K
Patient Review from Thomas J
Efficient, informative, and caring. Thank you.
- Thomas J
Patient Review from John N
Very pleased with experience and felt very comfortable with and very confident with knowledge approach to my issues
- John N
Patient Review from Adrien C
I would like to thank the doctor and his staff for making things very easy and comfortable. I came in for wisdom teeth extraction 4 of them to be exact. I was really nervous. But the staff made me comfortable enough to relax. And The office itself is emaculant. the staff as well! Thank you for a great experience. I can’t say enough nice things, the staff and doctor are just amazing. everyone there should be very proud of their hard work it shows, from my first phone call to schedule my appt to my consultation and then my extraction. Everything was easy. And the up to date technology is a plus. Truly the nicest dental office I’ve been to and the best staff. Thank you again.
- Adrien C
Patient Review from Amanda T
Amazing. Dr. Prousi and staff were wonderful. The procedure was quick and virtually painless!
- Amanda T
Patient Review from Tatiana F
The staff were all amazing. So warm, courteous, professional. The only negative was the fact my son was given oral versed that tasted so bad he spat it out and so it had no effect. Therefore the tooth extraction was extremely traumatic for him (and me!). The nitrous oxide gas did virtually nothing. Maybe you could get pediatric versed with a better taste (like they do at CHOP) or give me warning next time and put it in juice. Apart from that it was a good experienced
- Tatiana F
Patient Review from Nicole B
Caring doctor and staff, made sure I was comfortable during the entire procedure.
- Nicole B
Patient Review from Spencer E
They were great!
- Spencer E
Patient Review from Marilyn F
Very happy there factories very kind and the staff also I will recommend it to anyone thank you so much
- Marilyn F
Patient Review from Thomas L
5 stars are not enough for me.I am so grateful for the assistance you provided on moments notice. You and uour staff treated me with the upmost care.and i can't thank you enough.I hope that you are able to accept me as a new patient. Thanks so much.
- Thomas L
Patient Review from Alex K
Very professional yet friendly environment. Made my daughter feel at ease. The procedure went smoothly and I was fully informed of expectations. My new go to for any oral procedure. Thank you Dr. Prousi and staff!
- Alex K
Patient Review from Edmond W
I can’t say enough about Dr Prousi and his staff. I will recommend him to everyone needing these types of services. They are truly the best
- Edmond W
Patient Review from Janet Z
I have NEVER been so pleased with a doctor! From the very minute i walked into the office, the staff and doc were 5 star plus!! SPECTACULAR!!
- Janet Z
Patient Review from Edward S
Excellent surgical staff removed a difficult tooth with minimal discomfort.
- Edward S
Patient Review from Wayne H
I had a very good experience with Prousi
- Wayne H
Patient Review from Ned M
Great service
- Ned M
Patient Review from roseanne s
My 12 yr old need 4 adult teeth removed for future braces. Entire staff was amazing, caring, patient, and understanding. Explained everything and eased my daughters fears.
- roseanne s