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Surgical tooth extraction
Surgical tooth extraction
When a tooth is fractured, fused to the bone, or too close to a nerve for routine removal, a surgical approach protects the surrounding structures while resolving the problem safely.
- Local or sedation
- Day-case
- Imaging-guided
OVERVIEW
Removing teeth that need a surgical approach Body
Some teeth cannot be removed with a routine extraction a fractured root, a tooth ankylosed to the bone, or one positioned close to a nerve all call for a more controlled surgical technique. Every case begins with detailed imaging to map the tooth’s position relative to nerves and bone, so the safest approach is planned before any instrument is used.
- Imaging-guided planning for fused or fractured roots
- A calm, controlled procedure from start to finish
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?
You may be a candidate if…
- A tooth is fractured, ankylosed or difficult to reach
- A routine extraction was attempted but incomplete
- You have been referred for a surgical extraction
- You want a specialist opinion before proceeding
“A surgical extraction is often routine, but it still deserves careful planning. Protecting the nerve and bone matters as much as removing the tooth.”
— Mr Nabeel Bhatti
THE PROCESS
How your treatment unfolds
01
Consultation & imaging
A detailed scan maps the tooth's position relative to nerves and bone.
02
Surgical planning
The safest approach is planned, minimising trauma to surrounding tissue.
03
The extraction
Performed under local anaesthetic or sedation, with meticulous care.
04
Recovery & review
A short follow-up confirms healing is progressing as expected.
RECOVERY & OUTCOMES
What to expect afterwards
The first days
Mild swelling and discomfort, well managed with simple painkillers.
The first weeks
The site heals steadily; any stitches dissolve naturally.
Longer term
Full healing of the bone and gum within a few months.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Surgical Tooth Extraction, answered
Why can't this tooth be removed routinely?
Some teeth are fractured, fused to the bone, or close to a nerve. A surgical approach allows safe removal while protecting the surrounding structures.
Will I need stitches?
Often, yes — dissolvable stitches are commonly used to support healing and are not usually removed separately.
How much time off will I need?
Most patients take 2–3 days off; this varies with the complexity of the extraction and your type of work.
AT A GLANCE
Focus
Surgical tooth extraction
Anaesthetic
Local or sedation
Hospital stay
Day case
Recovery
3–5 days
Planning
CBCT imaging
Consultation
By arrangement
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