Tooth Extractions
You and Dr. McFarlane or Dr. Ridenour 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. McFarlane or Ridenour 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”.
Winnebago Oral Surgery
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Everyone was really great from the front staff to the nurse to the doctor. I am very scared of the dentist and they were so gentle and kind, I didn’t feel I was judged at all for being scared. The doctor, Dr. Ridenour, explained everything before the procedure, he went over pros/cons of having a molar removed, he asked if I had any additional questions, he answered any concerns or questions I had. He was very personable and friendly. The nurses were gentle and kind as well. Everything went so great and smooth, I’m in no pain at all. I did choose to have the IV sedation and it all went so fast, I didn’t even realize we were done with the procedure. I really highly recommended this office and their staff. Thank you again for everything!
- Casey N
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Would recommend this place. I had a wisdom tooth extracted with a large cavity. I only took 3 Advil and have no pain. I have one more extraction needed and will be back.
- Jeffrey C
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If you need a tooth extracted come here! If I could give more stars I would!!
- Liz K
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I was pleased that the procedure went so well and quickly.
- Joan B
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Over the 4th of July Holiday weekend with Monday off, I off course fell to extreme pain starting on Friday night of the weekend. I called Winnebago Oral Surgery immediately Tuesday at opening hour and at 9:15 I was in the office chair getting prepped for emergency extraction; and on my way home in an hour. From the staff answering my desperate call, to the assistant and Dr. Ridenour; my experience was beyond amazing. EVERYONE was wonderful. Dr. Ridenour was so kind, caring, kind hearted with my procedure and billing; by this day my pain was excruciating and I just wanted the pain to go away. I HIGHLY recommend Winnebago Oral Surgery, they were all beyond amazing.
- Mary Kay B
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I am so thankful that I found you! Dr. Ridenour and his assistant (Lynn) were so patient with me. I was so nervous because the pain in my tooth would not go away. It came out in seconds and I had no further problems. So, all of the anxiety I had was for naught. Thank you so much!
- Kathryn A
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This was my second trip to the Fond du Lac office and Dr. McFarlane was awesome. No post surgery pain and after the 2nd day, it was like I never had any surgery at all. The entire experience. from the receptionist to the procedure was great. Keep up the good work. and thanks.
- Steven H
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Great facility and staff.
- Jenny G
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Great experience!!! Unbelievable.
- Donald A
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Went well! Didn't even know the tooth was out.
- Terry K
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Favorable experience!
- Sharon D
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Very nice and reasuring
- Michelle M
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For what I done it was pain free.
- Matt S
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Staff very helpful. Doctor explained every procedure in detail. Awesome now, no pain.
- Betty M
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Very helpful and understsnding staff
- Anthony F
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Went well.
- Steve W
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This place is awesome and the staff is great and courteous and professional
- Shawn K
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Very good overall
- Lynda O
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- Mark K
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From scheduling through my procedure (rear molar extraction) I was treated extremely well! I highly recommend Winnebago Oral Surgery!
- Roger J