General dentistry
Tooth removal
No one wants to lose a tooth, and we do not want to take one out unless it is the right decision. But when a tooth is too damaged, too infected or beyond saving, extraction is the kindest option. When it is, we do it carefully and gently, with a clear plan for what comes next.
- Save it firstevery option to keep the tooth
- Planned aheadreplacement planned before removal
- From £199.95tooth removal
About tooth removal
Sometimes a tooth has to come out. We make it as easy as possible.
When extraction is the right choice
We explore every option to save a tooth before recommending extraction. But there are situations where it is the best path: a tooth too decayed to restore, one fractured below the gum line, advanced gum disease with too little supporting bone, a failed root-filled tooth with no restorative option, wisdom teeth causing recurrent pain or infection, or teeth that need to go as part of orthodontic planning. We will always explain our reasoning and talk through the alternatives first.
What happens after
Extracting a tooth without a plan for the space it leaves is not good dentistry. Neighbouring teeth can drift, the bone beneath the socket starts to resorb, and your bite can be affected. We discuss your replacement options as part of the extraction consultation, whether that is an implant, a bridge, a partial denture, or simply monitoring the space where that is appropriate.
Nervous about having a tooth out?
Tell us, and we will go at your pace. Conscious sedation is available for any patient who needs or requests it: given and monitored by a consultant anaesthetist, it leaves you deeply relaxed, and most patients remember little of the procedure afterwards.
Our philosophy
Teeth for life. When a tooth has to go, we do everything we can to preserve what remains and plan the best path forward. We will not extract a tooth because it is the easiest option: if there is a viable way to save it, we will tell you. And if extraction truly is the right call, we will help you understand why, and what comes next. If you are worried about a tooth, get in touch and we will see you quickly.
Common questions
Will it hurt?
The area is thoroughly numbed before we begin, so most patients are surprised by how little they feel during the procedure. You may feel pressure, but not pain, and if you do feel anything we stop and re-numb. Some swelling and mild discomfort for a few days afterwards is normal.
What should I do after having a tooth out?
We give you clear aftercare instructions before you leave. Some bleeding in the first hour or two is normal, and swelling and mild discomfort for a few days is expected and manageable with over-the-counter pain relief. If you have any concern, call us and we will see you quickly.
Do I need to replace the tooth?
In most cases, yes, and we discuss the options as part of the extraction consultation. Once a tooth is removed, neighbouring teeth can drift and the jawbone beneath the socket begins to resorb. Options include an implant, a bridge or a partial denture, depending on your situation.
Will you always try to save a tooth first?
Always. We explore every option to save a tooth before recommending extraction. If there is a viable way to keep it, we will tell you. When extraction is genuinely the right call, we will explain why and make sure you understand the next steps.
Clinically reviewed by Dr Christopher Leech (GDC 113615), 14 October 2026.
