General Dental Care
Tooth Extraction
Extraction is the removal of a tooth. It is considered when a tooth cannot be restored predictably or when keeping it would cause further problems.
Treatment overview
The decision is made after examination and radiographs, weighing whether the tooth can be saved and what would follow if it is removed.
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic. Some teeth are removed straightforwardly; others, particularly those with curved roots or that are partly covered by gum, require a surgical approach.
Planning what happens to the space afterwards is part of the same conversation, not an afterthought.
Why patients consider tooth extraction
- Extensive decay that cannot be restored.
- A tooth fractured below the gum line.
- Advanced gum disease with significant loss of support.
- An impacted tooth causing pain or damage to a neighbour.
- As part of an orthodontic plan, where space is needed.
Consultation and suitability
Alternatives to removal are considered first wherever the tooth can be restored predictably.
Medical history is reviewed carefully, including any blood-thinning medication or conditions affecting healing.
Replacement options are discussed before the tooth is removed, so you can decide with the full picture.
A clinical examination is required before any treatment plan can be confirmed. Suitability depends on your individual oral health.
The treatment process
Assessment
Examination and radiographs to plan the approach and check the root anatomy.
Anaesthetic
Local anaesthetic is given so the area is numb.
Removal
The tooth is removed; in some cases a small incision or sectioning of the tooth is required.
Immediate aftercare
The site is cleaned and instructions for the first 24 hours are given.
Healing and replacement planning
Healing is reviewed and, if you are replacing the tooth, the plan for an implant, bridge or denture is confirmed.
Aftercare
- Follow the instructions given for the first 24 hours, including advice on rinsing and diet.
- Some swelling and discomfort is normal and usually peaks in the first days.
- Avoid smoking, which slows healing and increases the risk of a painful socket.
- Contact the clinic if bleeding does not settle, or if pain increases after a few days.
Limitations and risks
Every treatment has trade-offs. These are the ones worth understanding before you decide.
- Extraction is irreversible.
- Bone in the area reduces in volume after a tooth is removed, which can affect later implant treatment.
- Complications, including infection or a dry socket, can occur.
- Neighbouring and opposing teeth can drift if the space is left unmanaged.
Who would carry this out
Esra Namlı
Dentist
Umut Çağdaş Ateş
Dentist
Which clinician carries out your treatment is confirmed by the clinic. Names and titles are published exactly as supplied.
Frequently asked questions
The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic so the area is numb. Discomfort afterwards is expected and is managed with the advice given to you.
Not every tooth needs replacing, but leaving a space can allow other teeth to drift. Your dentist will explain what applies to your case.
Sometimes, depending on the site and the reason for removal. This is assessed with imaging before the extraction.
Related treatments
Medical disclaimer. Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes and does not replace a clinical examination or professional dental advice. Treatment suitability, duration and outcomes vary by patient.