Procedure · Tooth Extraction

Tooth Extraction

Safe, gentle extraction when a tooth cannot be saved — including wisdom teeth.

Specialty Surgical
Duration Usually a single visit, 30–60 minutes depending on complexity
Pain expectation The procedure is comfortable under local anesthesia. Mild swelling and discomfort for 2–3 days afterwards.
Specialist Dr. Deepika Mod

When you might need this

  • Tooth too damaged or decayed to save
  • Impacted or problematic wisdom teeth
  • Tooth that has failed despite root canal treatment
  • Severe gum disease causing tooth mobility
  • As part of orthodontic treatment in some cases

What the procedure involves

  1. Examination and X-rays to plan the extraction
  2. Local anesthesia for full numbness
  3. Gentle, controlled extraction
  4. Cleaning of the socket and placement of any needed graft material
  5. Suturing where necessary; gauze placed to control bleeding

How long it takes

Usually a single visit, 30–60 minutes depending on complexity.

Pain expectation

The procedure is comfortable under local anesthesia. Mild swelling and discomfort for 2–3 days afterwards, controlled with painkillers.

Technology used

  • Modern atraumatic extraction techniques
  • Bone preservation grafting when indicated
  • Local anesthesia and sterile protocol

Recovery & aftercare

Avoid spitting, rinsing, smoking, and hot foods for 24 hours. Soft foods for a few days. Full healing takes 1–2 weeks. Stitches removed at 7 days if used.

See full post-op care guide →

Pricing: Costs vary by complexity, materials, and number of sittings. Please contact us for a personalized estimate after consultation.

Common questions

Frequently asked.

We discuss replacement options before the extraction. Implants, bridges, or dentures are common solutions depending on your case.

No — modern wisdom tooth extraction is comfortable under anesthesia. Some swelling and stiffness for a few days afterwards is typical.

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