Tooth extractions · Malanshof, Randburg
A tooth that needs to come out
Nobody wants to lose a tooth — and neither do we. We always look for a way to save it first; when removal truly is the right call, we take it gently and explain every step.
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Call nowWhy it happens
A tooth usually reaches the end of the road one of three ways: decay that has hollowed out too much to rebuild, a crack that runs below the gum where no filling or crown can hold it, or gum disease that has loosened its foundation.
Sometimes it’s about the mouth as a whole — a tooth too crowded to come in properly, or a baby tooth refusing to make way for the adult one. Whatever the reason, removal is a last resort here, not a first suggestion.
How we fix it
First, the honest question: can this tooth be saved? A filling, a crown or a root canal is always our preference, and we’ll show you what we see before recommending anything. If saving it would just be buying an expensive delay, we’ll say that plainly too.
Local anaesthetic is used to help keep you comfortable. You may feel pressure; tell us immediately if you feel pain so we can pause and check. Before you leave, we explain aftercare and whether replacement of the tooth is appropriate.
Keeping it fixed
Healing varies. Follow your individual aftercare instructions and contact us if you are worried:
- Protect the blood clot in the socket: no rinsing, spitting, straws or smoking on the first day — the clot is what lets the gum heal.
- From the second day, rinse gently with warm salt water after meals to keep the area clean.
- Some tenderness and light bleeding are normal at first; pain that gets worse after two or three days isn’t — call us and we’ll have a look.
- Ask whether the missing tooth needs replacing. The answer depends on which tooth was removed, your bite and your preferences.
What it costs
Clear fees. A quote before treatment.
You’ll have the quote before anything starts — including honest numbers for saving the tooth versus removing it, so the choice is genuinely yours.
Questions patients ask
Does having a tooth pulled hurt?
Local anaesthetic is used to help keep you comfortable. You may feel pressure, but tell us immediately if you feel pain so we can pause and check. Some tenderness afterwards is possible; we explain aftercare before you leave.
Do I really need my tooth taken out?
Maybe not — removal is a last resort here, not a first suggestion. We always look for a way to save the tooth first, and we’ll show you exactly what we see before recommending anything. If it truly can’t be saved, we’ll explain why in plain language.
What should I do after a tooth extraction?
Protect the blood clot: no rinsing, spitting, straws or smoking on the first day, then gentle warm salt-water rinses after meals from day two. We’ll send you home knowing exactly what’s normal, what isn’t, and when to call us.
How long does it take to recover from an extraction?
Discomfort and healing time vary with the extraction and your health. Initial symptom improvement is different from complete healing. Follow the aftercare plan and contact a dentist if pain worsens, swelling increases or bleeding continues.
Should I replace a tooth after it’s pulled?
Not every extracted tooth needs replacement. It depends on which tooth was removed, your bite and the rest of your mouth. We discuss the options and quote before any further treatment.
How much does a tooth extraction cost?
We quote before treatment — and your quote includes honest numbers for saving the tooth versus removing it, so you choose with the full picture in front of you. Call or WhatsApp and ask reception about your plan and confirm available benefits with your scheme; co-payments may apply.
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