Tooth Extractions Lake Charles LA
You and Dr. Boudreaux or Dr. Fisher 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. Boudreaux or Fisher 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”.
Do You Need a Tooth Extracted?
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Everyone here is friendly and courteous. Everything about the procedure went well. Had no problems at all.
- Sandra F
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When I arrived for the extractions, I was ushered into the surgery room within a few minutes of arrival. Almost immediately I received the intravenous sedation. Within seconds I was "out." The next thing I knew I was being transported out to my wife's car for the trip home. Not a moment wasted. And I very much appreciate the sedation sequence, starting at bedtime the night before.
- Stephen T
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Dr. Fisher and his nursing staff are excellent; courteous and well-trained.
- Lawrence W
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Dr Boudreaux and all his staff are awesome. I will see them again.
- April
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Dr. Rawleigh Fisher and his staff made the process of a tooth extraction as painless as possible. They were very friendly and helpful through out the entire process.
- Matthew E
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Dr. Fisher and his staff were great. I would recommend their services to anyone.
- Mike H
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All great
- Scott T
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Had a tooth extraction and bone graft 3 hours ago. So far, no pain and only mild discomfort. The procedure was unbelievably comfortable and completely stress-free. The sedation was amazing and I've never had such a pleasant procedure with any dental professional ever.
- Mike J
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She was pleased with Dr. Boudreaux and staff. I’m her caregiver. She’s sleeping and has been comfortable.
- Margaret P
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Was extremely nervous at first but after meeting with dr boudreaux he was very professional and helpfull and after he gave the iv for the teeth extraction i was out and dont rember nothing of the procedure woke up with only some swelling now pain
- Christoper P
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The shortest wait time, friendliest staff, and overall best oral surgeons from initial consult to procedure and aftercare if needed.
- Ann F
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Great to work things out with
- Travis H
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This was an excellent experience for me. I had pre-op jitters and the staff was super nice which put me at ease. I was out for the procedure so I'm just guessing that Dr. F worked his magic because it didn't take long before I was back up and ready to hit the passenger seat home.
- Sandy V
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The doctor and nursing staff were excellent, well knowledgeable and answered all my questions.
- Dennis A
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All the staff were great and very friendly Dr Boudreaux was great and he explained everything where I could understand and even called me to check on me
- Sharon G
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OMG. Dr Boudreaux & the staff were absolutely wonderful and very thorough!
- Melissa L
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LCOS has an amazing staff/surgeons. I definitely recommend you checking them out.
- Amanda P
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Very nice made me feel comfortable.
- Michael G
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Dr. Boudreaux was very kind and professional. His staff were very kind and considerate. Was a great experience for my tooth extraction. Looking forward to recommending this team for any oral needs to my family and friends. My dentist Dr. Richard Martin referred me…looking forward to thanking him. Thank you to all.
- Janet Dowden
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Staff was always willing to answer any questions. Very thorough. Dr. Boudreaux had a very comfortable bedside mannerism.
- Dave H