A tooth may need removing if it is badly damaged, has an infection that cannot be managed by other treatment, or is unsuitable to retain for another reason. We’ll assess the tooth and explain the alternatives before recommending an extraction.
What happens at the appointment?
We check your medical history and take an X-ray if needed. Local anaesthetic is used to numb the area. You may feel pressure during removal; tell us if you feel pain so we can reassess.
Some teeth need a surgical approach or referral for more complex care. We’ll explain this, along with the expected recovery and costs.
Socket and ridge preservation
After a tooth is removed, the surrounding bone naturally changes shape. For suitable cases, we offer socket preservation at the time of extraction, using a bone substitute and a collagen seal to help limit shrinkage of the ridge.
This may be considered when planning a future dental implant. It does not prevent all bone loss or guarantee that further grafting will not be needed. We will discuss suitability, the materials used, risks, healing and alternatives before you decide.
Socket/ridge preservation costs £500 in addition to the extraction fee. Any later implant treatment or further grafting is assessed and quoted separately. Read about dental implants.
After your extraction
We’ll give you instructions for caring for the area, managing discomfort and protecting the healing socket. Follow the advice provided for your procedure and contact us if you have concerns, particularly persistent bleeding or worsening pain or swelling.
Replacing a tooth after extraction
Not every gap needs replacing. The tooth’s position, your bite and your preferences help guide the decision. If you would like a replacement, we can discuss options such as a bridge, denture or dental implant, along with the likely timing.
Where possible, we’ll plan this before the extraction. Healing, the condition of the area and the type of replacement all influence when treatment can take place.
Extraction fees
| Extractions | Price |
|---|---|
| Single root front tooth extraction | from £150 |
| Molar Extraction | from £250 |
| Complex or Surgical Extraction | from £385 |
| Socket/ridge preservation (in addition to extraction) | £500 |
Your estimate depends on the tooth and the complexity of removal.
Clinically reviewed by Dr Robert Zabihi · .