Emergency Tooth Extraction in West University Place, Houston, TX

You shouldn’t feel pain during the procedure. We numb the area with local anesthesia, so you’ll 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 is frequently part of treating an infection, though sometimes we may prescribe antibiotics first or drain the abscess. 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 with swelling, go to the ER right away.

• Bite gently on gauze to control bleeding, and replace 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, which can dislodge the blood clot and cause dry socket.
• Take pain relievers only as directed by your dentist.

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

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