Tooth Removal
At Gerrards Cross Dentist, we provide professional tooth removal services to address issues such as severe decay, infection, or overcrowding. Our experienced team ensures a comfortable and efficient procedure tailored to your specific needs.
What to expect with tooth removal
Dentists and oral surgeons (dentists with special training to perform surgery) perform tooth extractions. Before removing the tooth, your dentist will give you an injection of a local anaesthetic (or pain medicine) to numb the area where the tooth will be removed.
If the tooth is impacted, the dentist will cut away gum and bone tissue that cover the tooth and then, using forceps, grasp the tooth and gently apply pressure to loosen it from the jaw bone and ligaments that hold it in place. Sometimes, a tooth that is difficult to remove must be taken out in pieces.
Once the tooth has been extracted, a blood clot usually forms in the socket. The dentist will pack a gauze pad into the socket and get you to bite down on it to help stop the bleeding. Sometimes the dentist will place a few stitches, usually self-dissolving, to close the gum edges over the extraction site.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction at Gerrards Cross Dentist
Wisdom tooth extraction removes impacted or painful wisdom teeth that can cause swelling, infections, or crowding. Early removal helps protect your long-term oral health.
At Gerrards Cross Dentist, our experienced Oral Surgeon uses gentle techniques and modern technology to provide safe, comfortable wisdom teeth removal with minimal recovery time.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is tooth removal necessary?
Tooth removal is typically needed when a tooth is severely decayed, infected, damaged beyond repair, or causing crowding—especially before orthodontic treatment.
Is tooth extraction painful?
No, the procedure is done under local anaesthetic to ensure you don’t feel pain during the extraction. Sedation options are also available for nervous patients.
What should I expect after a tooth extraction?
You may experience mild swelling or discomfort, which usually subsides within a few days. Your dentist will give you detailed aftercare instructions to aid healing.
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
Wisdom teeth are often removed because they can become impacted, cause crowding, or lead to pain and infection.
Is wisdom tooth extraction painful?
With modern anesthesia and gentle techniques, the procedure is usually pain-free, and discomfort after extraction is manageable with medication.
How long does recovery take after extraction?
Most patients recover within 3–7 days, depending on the complexity of the extraction and how well post-care instructions are followed.
What can I eat after wisdom tooth removal?
Soft foods like yogurt, mashed potatoes, and smoothies are recommended for the first few days to avoid irritation or damage to the healing site.
What are the risks of not removing wisdom teeth?
Leaving impacted wisdom teeth untreated can cause pain, infection, gum disease, and damage to nearby teeth.
Get In Touch
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM
Opening Hours
| Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Address
Gerrards Cross Dentist, 75 Packhorse Road, Gerrards Cross SL9 8QP
