When a tooth is too damaged or decayed to save, an extraction may be necessary to protect your oral health. Our gentle, professional approach ensures you remain comfortable throughout the process while preserving your surrounding teeth and gums.
Tooth extractions are performed when repair isn’t possible due to decay, infection, or crowding. Using precise techniques and local anaesthetic, we remove the tooth with minimal discomfort and prepare the area for future restoration if required.
Your dentist will assess the affected tooth, apply a local anaesthetic, and gently loosen and remove it using specialised instruments. If necessary, dissolvable stitches are placed to aid healing.
Compared to emergency tooth loss, planned extractions are safer and allow for better long-term outcomes, including implants or bridges.
Avoid rinsing or spitting for 24 hours. Eat soft foods and avoid hot drinks until the area heals. Brush carefully around the site and avoid smoking. Healing typically takes around 7–10 days.
Simply call us on 028 2826 0418 or email us at enquiries@drjillian.co.uk and we’ll guide you through the process. Alternatively, you can enquire online by clicking the button below.
