top of page
< ALL DENTAL SERVICES

Oral Surgery

Tooth Extractions

A tooth is removed only when it is the safest choice.

We first look for ways to save a tooth. When a tooth cannot be repaired, extraction may help stop pain, infection, or damage to nearby teeth.

Exam and digital X-rays

Clear home-care instructions

Plan for replacing the tooth when appropriate

Local anesthetic for comfort

Common Concerns

  • A tooth broken below the gumline

  • Severe decay

  • A dental infection

  • A loose tooth with poor support

  • Crowding

  • A tooth that cannot be restored

Signs You May Need Care

  • Strong pain

  • Swelling or a bad taste

  • A sharp broken tooth

  • Pain when biting

  • A tooth that moves

  • Repeated infection

What is this treatment?

An extraction removes a tooth from its socket.


A simple extraction is used when the tooth is easy to reach.


A surgical extraction may be needed when a tooth is broken, covered by gum, or difficult to remove.

Your comfort matters

Local anesthetic is used so you should not feel sharp pain.


You may feel pressure.


Tell us if you feel pain or need a break.


Our office does not provide sedation or nitrous oxide.

What to expect

  1. We review your health history and medicines

  2. Digital X-rays help us see the roots and nearby structures

  3. The area is numbed

  4. The tooth is gently loosened and removed

  5. Stitches or a bone graft may be used when needed

  6. You receive written home-care instructions

Treatment Options

  • Repair with a filling or crown when possible

  • Root canal treatment to save an infected tooth

  • Simple extraction

  • Surgical extraction

  • Bone graft or socket preservation

  • Replacement with an implant, bridge, or denture

Benefits

  • Remove a tooth that is causing pain or infection

  • Protect nearby teeth and tissues

  • Prepare for a future implant, bridge, denture, or orthodontic treatment

  • Create a clear path toward healing

Technology

Digital X-rays are used for planning.


CBCT may be used when a 3D view of roots, bone, or nearby structures is needed.

Recovery & Home Care

A blood clot protects the socket while it heals.


Bite on gauze, use ice, eat soft foods, and avoid smoking, vaping, straws, forceful rinsing, and heavy lifting.


Use the Tooth Extraction Home Care Guide for full instructions.

Insurance

We accept dental insurance and can help you understand expected benefits and out-of-pocket costs. Coverage is different for every plan.


We provide treatment estimates and offer financing and options for patients without insurance.

Helpful Tips

  • Tell us about blood thinners, osteoporosis medicines, diabetes, and recent health changes

  • Plan for a quiet day after treatment

  • Have soft foods, gauze, and ice ready at home

  • Ask about replacement choices before or after the extraction

You may be wondering...

Will the extraction hurt?

The area is numbed. You may feel pressure, but you should not feel sharp pain.


Can every painful tooth be pulled?

We first diagnose the cause and explain whether the tooth can be saved.


How long does healing take?

The gum begins healing quickly, but the socket and bone continue to fill in for weeks to months.


What is dry socket?

Dry socket is strong pain that can happen when the protective blood clot is lost too early.


Do I need to replace the tooth?

Not every space is the same. We will explain how leaving the space or replacing the tooth may affect your bite and chewing.

Why choose Eusebio Dental

Eusebio Dental has provided family-owned dental care in Alameda since 1990. We take time to listen, explain what we see, and help you understand your choices before treatment begins. Our goal is modern care with clear answers and old-fashioned trust.

Are you worried that a tooth may need to be removed?

Schedule an exam so we can check whether the tooth can be saved and explain every option.

Oral Surgery

bottom of page