Emergency Tooth Extraction in Southside Place, Houston, TX

You shouldn’t feel pain during the procedure. We numb the area with local anesthesia, so you may notice 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 sometimes we’ll prescribe antibiotics first or drain the abscess. Infection can make numbing less effective, so we adjust our approach to keep you comfortable. If swelling makes it hard to breathe or swallow, or you have a fever along with facial swelling, go to the ER right away.

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

Call us right away if you have heavy bleeding that won’t stop, pain that worsens after a few days, a fever, or other signs of infection.

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