Symptoms Worth Getting Checked
Tooth pain can be unbearable, and it can feel like pulling the tooth is the only way to find relief. We completely understand, and in many cases, there are options that provide quick relief while still saving your natural tooth. If your symptoms are severe, this may be considered a dental emergency, so don’t hesitate to reach out right away.
Let us know if you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms:
- Severe tooth pain.
- Pain that worsens with pressure or chewing.
- Jaw pain or stiffness.
- Swollen gums around the tooth or teeth.
- Signs of gum disease, such as discolouration, bleeding or bad breath.
Your Tooth Extraction Plan
There are several reasons a tooth may need to be extracted. These include (but aren’t limited to) removing baby teeth that aren’t exfoliating on their own, extracting teeth to support orthodontic treatment, and removing teeth due to pain or infection.
A tooth extraction usually requires just one office visit and is performed by a dentist. Here’s how we approach the extraction process:
Looking for Solutions
You might assume extraction is your only option or feel like it’s inevitable, but there may be other ways to find quick relief while still saving your tooth. Our goal is to keep you healthy, relieve your pain and preserve your natural tooth whenever possible. Before removing any teeth, we’ll examine you and walk you through all your options.
The Extraction Process
Depending on your dentist’s recommendation and your own preference, a local anesthetic will be used to numb the area around the tooth being extracted. Sedation may also be available if needed. We use a minimally invasive technique to remove teeth as gently as possible, so you stay comfortable and recover quickly.
Feeling Better
You’ll receive aftercare instructions covering how to care for your mouth as it heals, what to expect, and what to do if complications arise. We’re happy to schedule a follow-up appointment to address any further concerns.
What is the cost of a dental extraction in Scarborough?
The cost of dental extractions can vary widely. With a typical dental insurance plan, an extraction commonly costs around $100 to $200 or more out of pocket. We’re happy to provide a quote in advance that you can submit to your insurance provider to find out your exact out-of-pocket costs. Without insurance, you can expect to pay approximately $200 to $600 or more per tooth. The cost of a dental extraction depends on several factors.
No dental practice can give an accurate quote over the phone, since your treatment plan needs to be tailored to your specific needs and can only be determined after an oral exam. Dental extractions generally fall into two broad categories, which can give you a better sense of what your extraction may cost and why:
Simple Tooth Extraction
A simple extraction is performed on teeth that are visible in the mouth. These can be done by a general dentist using local anesthesia. A simple extraction on an accessible tooth without complications typically comes with a lower cost estimate.
Surgical Tooth Extraction
A surgical extraction is more complex, involving the removal of a tooth that can’t easily be seen or reached, either because it hasn’t fully erupted or has broken off at the gum line. A surgical extraction requires greater care, precision and expertise, which comes at a higher cost.
Contact us today
to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many people assume wisdom teeth removal is simply a rite of passage. In reality, wisdom teeth only need to come out if they become impacted or start interfering with your jaw and surrounding teeth.
Modern dentistry is more compassionate than ever before, and your comfort matters to us. We use advanced tools and techniques that reduce discomfort as much as possible, helping us work quickly, precisely and with minimal trauma to support faster healing. You’ll also receive clear aftercare instructions to keep you comfortable and support a smooth, speedy recovery.
About an hour after your procedure, you can remove the gauze sponges placed in your mouth and have something to eat. Stick to soft foods for the first 24 hours, and be sure to avoid hot foods and drinking through straws for several hours.
Ideally, you should plan for three to four days of rest or light duty after your wisdom teeth come out. Resting helps lower your risk of complications and supports healing. Full recovery takes about two weeks, though you should only feel minimal discomfort during this time.
Not always. Simple extractions often don’t require stitches, while surgical extractions typically do, and any sutures are usually removed or dissolve within a week or two.
It’s best to avoid both for at least a few days, since smoking increases your risk of dry socket and alcohol can interfere with healing and any pain medication you’re taking.
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