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Simple and Surgical Tooth Extractions
A painful, broken or infected tooth that cannot be saved needs to come out, and the sooner it does the sooner the pain stops. We offer same-day tooth extractions for adults, with no registration required and the likely cost explained before we start.
Same-day appointments · No registration required · Evenings and weekends
What tooth extraction is
Removing a tooth that cannot be saved
A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the jawbone. We recommend it when a tooth is badly decayed, cracked below the gum line, loose from gum disease, or the source of a repeated infection and an emergency dental appointment is the quickest way to relieve the pain.
Extractions are either simple or surgical. A simple extraction removes a tooth that is fully visible in the mouth, using an elevator and forceps once the area is numb. A surgical extraction is needed for a broken tooth, a tooth with curved or fused roots, or an impacted wisdom tooth. It may involve a small cut in the gum and sectioning the tooth so that it can be removed in pieces.
Both are done under local anaesthetic, so you feel pressure but not pain. Nervous patients are welcome, and we will pause whenever you ask.
Types of extraction
Simple or surgical, explained
Simple extraction
For a tooth that is visible above the gum and can be loosened and lifted out. Usually over in 20 to 30 minutes, with a short recovery.
Surgical extraction
For broken-down teeth, teeth under the gum, and impacted wisdom teeth. Takes longer, and may need a stitch that dissolves by itself.
Wisdom tooth removal
Where a wisdom tooth is infected, decayed or repeatedly inflamed, we can remove it, or refer you to a specialist if the roots lie close to a nerve.
When it is needed
Signs a tooth may need to come out
Where a tooth can be saved, we will say so first. Extraction is advised only when it is the safest option.
Severe toothache
Constant or throbbing pain that painkillers no longer control and that keeps you awake.
A broken or cracked tooth
The tooth has split below the gum line, or the crack runs into the root and cannot be restored.
Swelling or an abscess
A swollen gum, cheek or jaw, a bad taste, or a gum boil, which signal an infection.
A loose tooth
Gum disease has destroyed the bone support and the tooth moves when you touch it.
Decay too deep to fill
The tooth is too damaged for a filling, crown or root canal to give it a reliable future.
A trapped wisdom tooth
Repeated pain, gum swelling or infection around a wisdom tooth that has only partly come through.
What to expect
What happens at your appointment
Step 01
Assessment and X-ray
We examine the tooth, take an X-ray to see the roots and surrounding bone, and agree whether the extraction is simple or surgical.
Step 02
Numbing
Local anaesthetic is given and we wait until the area is fully numb. You will feel pressure but no sharp pain.
Step 03
Removal
The tooth is loosened and removed. If it is a surgical case, a small incision is made and the tooth may be divided first.
Step 04
Aftercare
We place gauze to control bleeding, stitch if needed, and give you written aftercare advice before you leave.
Aftercare
Looking after the socket
Good aftercare protects the blood clot and lowers the risk of a dry socket.
First 24 hours
Bite gently on the gauze for 30 minutes, avoid rinsing, hot drinks, alcohol and smoking, and do not disturb the blood clot.
Eating and cleaning
Stick to soft, cool food for a day or two. From the next day, rinse gently with warm salty water and brush the other teeth as normal.
Pain and swelling
Take paracetamol or ibuprofen as directed on the packet. Some soreness and mild swelling for two to three days is normal.
When to call us
Call if bleeding does not stop with pressure, if pain gets worse after day three (a possible dry socket), or if you develop a fever.
Price & appointment length
per tooth, from
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| Appointment length | 30–60 minutes |
| Anaesthetic | Local, included |
| Surgical extraction | From £00 |
| Availability | Same day |
Questions
Tooth extraction questions
Not sure what you need? Call the practice and describe the problem, and we will tell you what to expect.
Does a tooth extraction hurt?
The area is fully numbed first, so you should feel pressure and movement but not pain. Soreness afterwards usually settles within a few days with ordinary painkillers.
How long does an extraction take?
A simple extraction usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. A surgical extraction or wisdom tooth can take 45 to 60 minutes, including numbing time.
Can I get a tooth removed today?
Yes. We offer same-day emergency tooth extractions for patients in pain, and you do not need to be registered with us.
How much does a tooth extraction cost?
The price depends on whether the extraction is simple or surgical. We give you the likely fee after your examination and before treatment begins, so there are no surprises.
Can I drive home afterwards?
Yes. Local anaesthetic does not affect your ability to drive, though you may prefer to have someone with you if you are nervous.
Will I need antibiotics?
Not usually. Antibiotics are prescribed only when there is spreading infection, swelling or a fever. Removing the tooth is normally what clears an infection.
What are my options for replacing the tooth?
Once the socket has healed, a missing tooth can be replaced with a bridge, a denture or an implant. We will explain the choices and refer you where needed.
In pain today?
Call the clinic or book online. New patients are welcome, and no registration is required.