Oral Surgery & Implants
Surgical extraction
Planned removal of a tooth that cannot be predictably retained, using an approach based on its condition and position.
Who it's for
Patients with severely damaged, non-restorable or otherwise indicated teeth after examination and imaging when required.
Time involved
Often 20–60 minutes depending on complexity
How the treatment runs
- 1
Examine the tooth and relevant history
- 2
Review imaging when indicated
- 3
Provide local anaesthesia and remove the tooth
- 4
Give written aftercare and arrange review when needed
Aftercare
- Follow the personalised instructions given after your appointment
- Maintain gentle brushing and interdental cleaning as advised
- Contact the clinic if symptoms worsen or you are concerned
Questions patients ask
How long does recovery take?
Recovery varies with the tooth, procedure complexity and individual healing. Follow your clinician's instructions and contact the clinic if symptoms worsen.
Ready to start with Surgical extraction?
Book a consultation and get a written plan with costs before anything begins.