Tooth extractions
Simple and surgical extractions when a tooth can't be saved.
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What we do
An extraction removes a tooth that can't be saved: one that's badly broken, deeply decayed, loose from gum disease, or crowding other teeth. We always look at saving the tooth first. When removing it is the right call, we make it as comfortable as possible and plan what comes next.
Simple and surgical extractions
A simple extraction is for a tooth that's fully visible. After numbing, the dentist loosens it and removes it. A surgical extraction is for a tooth that's broken at the gumline or not fully erupted; the tooth may be removed in sections so it comes out with less force. Both are done here with the area fully numbed, and sedation is available.
Healing
A blood clot forms in the socket, and protecting it is the main job for the first few days: no straws, no spitting hard, no smoking. Expect some soreness and swelling, soft foods for a while, and warm salt-water rinses after the first day. We'll give you written instructions and a number to call if anything seems off.
Planning what comes next
A missing back tooth might seem fine to leave, but neighboring teeth can drift into the space and the bone there shrinks over time. Before an extraction, we'll talk through replacement options, like an implant, a bridge or a partial, and their costs, so you can plan instead of being surprised later.
Cost
What it costs.
Published prices only. Anything beyond the visit is quoted in writing first.
First visit
$80New patient exam
A dental exam with x-rays, plus time with the dentist to talk through what you want before anything is done.
Treatment
In writing
A written estimate before treatment. You see the cost, and what your insurance is expected to cover, before anything starts.
Insurance
In network
In network with many major dental plans, and we check your benefits before your visit. We also help adult Medicaid patients use the services their plan covers.
Insurance we takeNo insurance
$110one-time fee
The Sunshine Membership: 2 dental checkups with x-rays, unlimited limited exams for pain and 30 to 40% off treatment, with no monthly fees.
Membership details
Sunbit and Cherry offer monthly payments on larger treatment.
Questions
About tooth extractions
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Next step
Questions about tooth extractions? Start with an exam.
You'll see what we see, hear your options in plain language, and get the cost in writing before anything starts.
925 N Bryan-Belt Line Rd, Suite 106, Mesquite. Mon, Wed, Thu 9am to 3pm. Tue 10am to 3pm. Friday by appointment.