Procedures

Dental Extractions

Careful, comfortable removal of teeth that are too damaged or diseased to save, with attention to protecting the bone and gum tissue underneath.

What Is a Dental Extraction?

Removing a Tooth That Can't Be Saved

A dental extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the jawbone. While we always look for ways to save a tooth first, sometimes decay, damage, or disease has progressed too far, and removal is the healthiest path forward.

We take care during the extraction to protect the surrounding bone and gum tissue, which matters most if you're planning to replace the tooth later with an implant.

Why Extraction?

Common Reasons a Tooth Needs to Come Out

Severe Decay or Damage

When a cavity or crack has destroyed too much of the tooth structure, there's often not enough left to repair with a filling or crown.

Advanced Gum Disease

Periodontal disease can break down the bone and ligaments holding a tooth in place, leaving it loose and beyond saving.

Infection

A severe infection at the root of a tooth sometimes can't be resolved with a root canal, making extraction the safer option.

Crowding or Orthodontic Needs

Occasionally a tooth is removed to make room for orthodontic treatment or to relieve significant crowding.

What to Expect?

The Extraction Process

Consultation & Planning

We evaluate the tooth with an exam and imaging, and talk through your options for replacing it afterward if needed.

The Extraction

Most extractions are quick, using local anesthesia. You're monitored continuously throughout for comfort and safety, with sedation options available if preferred.

Recovery

Most patients feel back to normal within a week, with clear aftercare instructions to guide healing.

Comfort Options

Anesthesia & Sedation

We offer a range of options depending on the procedure and your comfort level, discussed with you ahead of time at your consultation.

Local Anesthesia

Numbs the treatment area while you stay fully awake and aware — often used for more straightforward extractions.

Nitrous Oxide

A mild, inhaled sedative that helps ease anxiety without putting you to sleep, typically paired with local anesthesia.

Oral Premedication

A calming medication taken before your visit for patients who feel anxious about the procedure.

IV Sedation

Delivered through a vein for a deeper, more complete state of relaxation — often used for more involved cases or higher anxiety levels.

See full details on our Anesthesia Options page →

Insurance

We Stay In-Network

We're in-network with most dental and medical insurance plans — not just accepting them — and we'll walk you through your real options, including anesthesia choices and replacement options like implants or bridges.