Dental Extractions in Southampton

No, we take every measure to ensure your extraction is as pain-free as possible. We use topical anaesthetic gel, pre-warmed local anaesthetic, and slow injection techniques to minimize discomfort. For anxious patients, sedation options are available.

1.You’ll be given a local anaesthetic to make the procedure painless. You will still feel pressure.

2. Once you’re comfortable we gently loosen your tooth before we remove it. At this point you may hear some funny noises, this is completely normal. 

3. Once the tooth is removed your gum may bleed for a few minutes, we will give you a piece of soft padding to bite on to stop the bleeding before you go home. Sometimes we may need to put a small dissolvable stitch into your gum to help the empty socket to heal.

4. We will give you some advice and information about how to look after the site over the next few days.

After an extraction you can usually get back to your normal routine fairly quickly. There are a few things that you should expect to experience: 

• Slight bleeding for around 24 hours
• The site may be tender for a few days
• Rarely you may experience a small amount of bruising or swelling
• If stitches were placed these will dissolve in about 2 weeks

Healing times vary depending on the complexity of the extraction. Generally, it takes about 1-2 weeks for the initial healing. We provide detailed aftercare instructions to help you heal faster and avoid complications.

It depends on the complexity of the extraction and your individual recovery. Most patients can return to normal activities within 1-2 days, some straight away but more complex extractions may require additional rest.

Teeth come in all shapes and sizes, meaning some teeth are easier to remove than others. Our extractions start from £144 for a simple tooth.

If your tooth is more complex, we have experts available to handle more challenging cases, which may take more time or involve a minor surgical procedure. If your tooth has specific features that indicate a more difficult extraction, we may recommend that you see a specialist oral surgeon to ensure the best outcome.