Emergency Tooth Extraction on S Loop West, Houston, TX

You shouldn’t feel pain during the procedure. We numb the area with local anesthesia, so you may feel pressure or movement but not sharp pain. Some soreness afterward is normal, and we’ll give you a plan to manage it.

Often, yes. Removing the source of an infection is frequently part of treating it, although in some cases we may prescribe antibiotics or drain the abscess first. Infection can make numbing less effective, so we’ll adjust our approach to keep you comfortable. If you have facial swelling that makes it hard to breathe or swallow, or a fever along with swelling, go to the nearest emergency room right away.

• Bite gently on gauze to control bleeding, and change it as directed.
• Hold a cold compress against your cheek to reduce swelling.
• Eat soft foods, and avoid hot drinks for the first day.
• Skip straws, forceful spitting, and smoking, since they can dislodge the blood clot and cause dry socket.
• Take pain relievers only as your dentist directs.

Call us right away if bleeding is heavy and won’t stop, if pain gets worse after a few days, or if you develop a fever or signs of infection.

Not always, but it’s worth thinking about, especially for front teeth and molars. A missing tooth can let neighboring teeth drift, change your bite, and affect the jawbone over time. Options include an implant, a bridge, or a partial denture. We’ll go over what fits your needs and budget, and there’s no pressure to decide on the day of your extraction.