Tooth Extraction in Armley, Leeds
Sometimes a tooth cannot be saved. When extraction is the best option, our experienced team makes it as comfortable and straightforward as possible. Most extractions take 15-30 minutes under local anaesthetic.
When is extraction necessary?
- Severe decay — tooth too damaged for a filling or crown
- Infection or abscess — that cannot be resolved with root canal treatment
- Impacted wisdom teeth — causing pain, infection, or damage to adjacent teeth
- Advanced gum disease — teeth loosened by bone loss
- Fractured teeth — broken below the gum line and not restorable
- Orthodontic reasons — creating space for teeth to align
Cost
NHS Band 2 — £73.50
Covers the extraction regardless of complexity. Multiple extractions in the same course of treatment are still one Band 2 charge. Free for under 18s and qualifying patients.
After extraction
Recovery takes a few days. We provide full aftercare instructions. For dietary advice: What to eat after a tooth extraction.
If you need to replace the extracted tooth, options include dental implants, dentures, or a dental bridge.