Tooth Extraction
Quick, gentle tooth removal when a tooth can't be saved, including wisdom teeth.
What is it?
We always try to save a tooth first. When a tooth is too badly decayed, broken, loose or impacted to save, removing it protects your health and comfort. Simple extractions take only a few minutes under local anaesthesia. Wisdom teeth that are stuck in the jaw may need a minor surgical procedure.
Do you need it?
You may benefit if you notice:
- A tooth that cannot be restored and is broken and decayed beyond repair
- Very loose teeth due to severe gum disease
- Painful, swollen or partly erupted wisdom tooth
- Your orthodontist has advised removing teeth to create space
- A baby tooth that has not fallen out on time
Step by step
What happens during treatment
- 1
Assessment
Examination and X-rays to plan a safe extraction.
- 2
Anaesthesia
The area is fully numbed so you feel only the pressure but no pain.
- 3
Removal
The tooth is gently loosened and removed. Impacted wisdom teeth may need a small cut in the gum.
- 4
Closing the site
A gauze pad helps a clot to form. Stitches are placed if needed.
- 5
Replacement options
We discuss an implant, bridge or denture if the gap needs filling.
Visits
1 (plus a review if stitches are placed)
Duration
15–45 minutes
Comfort
Mild discomfort
You'll feel pressure but no sharp pain. Some soreness and swelling for 2–3 days is normal, especially after wisdom tooth removal.
Aftercare
- Bite firmly on the gauze as instructed
- Don't spit, rinse, use a straw or smoke for 24 hours, so the clot stays in place
- Eat soft, cool foods on the first day and chew on the other side
- A slight taste of blood is normal, especially on the first day.
- Call us if the bleeding doesn’t stop or pain increases after 3 days
- Take the prescribed medications
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