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 Carmen P
Excellent care was provided. I was very happy with the staff and the procedure
- Carmen P
Patient Review from John D
Great
- John D
Patient Review from Margaret U
Although Iam seriously afraid of dentists, Dr Prousi did everthing possible to make me comfortable and feel confident about having the procedure done.
- Margaret U
Patient Review from albert c
i am not a dentist friendly person. i was made to feel very at ease and comfortable. no problems with my teeth being extracted. i will go back if i have any other problems.
- albert c
Patient Review from Niyaaa W
They do a great job
- Niyaaa W
Patient Review from Frank C
Was made to understand the procedure. Surgery was painless.
- Frank C
Patient Review from Daliah V
Partial roots were left an a extraction I had over 10 years ago with a previous oral surgeon. Dr. Prousi and his staff where AWESOME. They helped me understand as to why and right away put me in for an appointment. Hands down the BEST oral surgeon in South Jersey!
- Daliah V
Patient Review from Craig K
Office staff great !
- Craig K
Patient Review from Michael G
Great staff and doctor. Did a great job.
- Michael G
Patient Review from Lisa F
Dr. Prousi and his staff were very friendly, they continued to check on me while I was waiting, and they were very thorough. I will definitely use them again if need be.
- Lisa F
Patient Review from Jolene M
Dr. Prousiofs did a great job. I felt no serious pain the next day. I started eating regular food day 3 with no problems. I would recommend him to anyone that needs it
- Jolene M
Patient Review from Shuron P
Official
- Shuron P
Patient Review from Doug L
So very helpful and kind
- Doug L
Patient Review from Paula B
This is the only dentist that I have been to that really calmed my anxieties of a dentist. Dr. Prousi has a great calming effect. He is an excellent Dentist.
- Paula B
Patient Review from Chanique S
Such a great experience! The staff was awesome and very friendly and made me feel at ease and comfortable. The doctor has to be one of the best doctors in the world!
- Chanique S
Patient Review from Vincent S
Doctor and staff were amazing. Made us and our 9 year old son feel extremely comfortable. Doctor followed up with a personal phone call after surgery, which was so nice. Thanks so much.
- Vincent S
Patient Review from Sue S
Great staff and doc. Office is very nice too. Everyone very knowledgeable
- Sue S
Patient Review from Brett D
My pre surgical anxiety was completely put at ease by Dr Prousi and his team, The bone graft and teeth extractions were done precise with the upmost care for a patient. Above any oral surgeon I have had the pleasure to meet and have oral work done,Thanks Doc. 11/26/2018
- Brett D
Patient Review from Alvin C
Pleasant experience.
- Alvin C
Patient Review from VEE M
In total, I was impressed and pleased with the congenial staff, the fresh look of the office, the up to date equipment and the patience the doctor exhibited in answering questions I posed. Plus, he followed up with the after care phone call. Works for me! See you in springtime.
- VEE M