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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Lake Charles Oral Surgery Specialists
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Dr Boudreaux & his staff always treated me very well and professionally. He did a fantastic job. I’m healing very well couldn’t ask for better service. Wish y’all a happy thanksgiving and merry Christmas. Thanks again.
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thank you for taking care of my tooth removal so fast. I've been to the dentist for 63 years and I've never had a dentist personally call me to check on me. thank you.
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Dr Boudreaux did great and I’m doing good since my procedure. I’ll definitely use him again. Thank you for all your help and passion with my surgical care
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The procedure was explained to me in detailed. It was painless and quickly executed. After, they gave me my follow-up instructions. Dr. Boudreaux called me that afternoon to check on my progress. I will not hesitate to call him if I have any concerns.
- CHARLES H
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The day of my procedure, my anxiety level was overwhelming. The nurse stayed by my side and talked me through until I felt comfortable. The doctor even called later that day to check on me. I'm sure he does this with all his patients, but it made me fill good to know he cared.
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Very pleased with the ease, courtesy and willingness to accommodate my needs and my schedule. I never felt that asking questions was a burden to the office or that I was working for them. This is rare in healthcare today. Thank you for putting the patient first.
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Thanks to Dr Boudreaux and his professional staff. Dr Boudreaux and his staff did a super job taking care of my needs. Thanks again to all.
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Super doctor and staff manners and personal courtesy. Very professional and social. Great knowledge of and performance of all procedures.
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Staff made sure I understood the procedure before and after. They are very concerned about my comfort during the procedure and made my daughter feel at ease as well.
- Shirley R
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First class operation.
- Marion B
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Everyone was very nice and helpful. I had to reschedule my referral scheduled appointment and this was done without any issues. I had very little wait time at my consult appointment and no wait time for my procedure appointment. My procedure was clearly explained to me. My detailed expenses were shared and printed out. I had a great experience!
- Brandi V
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Very pleased with the staff and doctor. Luckily for me, it ended up being a simple extraction, but I would highly recommended the folks at LCOS!
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Everyone was very helpful
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Treating doctor was patient and wonderful. Staff was friendly and very welcoming
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The staff is amazing and very sweet! Dr Fisher was the best and very quick at removing 4 of my teeth!
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I will pray for them for the rest of my life they took such good care of my boy. With Doens syndrome
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