Tooth Extractions – Grand Prairie, TX

Reasons Why Tooth Extractions Are Necessary

Tooth extractions are typically a last resort, but they can be necessary for protecting your oral health. At our Grand Prairie dental practice, we may recommend an extraction if:

• A tooth is severely decayed or damaged beyond repair
• A wisdom tooth is impacted or causing crowding
• Gum disease has loosened the tooth’s foundation
• There's not enough room for orthodontic treatment
• An infection threatens the surrounding teeth or bone

Removing problematic teeth can prevent more serious issues down the road and create a healthier foundation for future dental work, such as implants or dentures. This is why it’s so important to visit our office regularly so we can catch these kinds of issues before they get out of hand.

The Process of Removing a Tooth

We strive to make every extraction as comfortable and stress-free as possible. After a thorough exam and digital X-rays, we’ll determine whether a simple or surgical extraction is needed.

• Simple Extraction: For visible teeth, we use a local anesthetic and gently loosen the tooth before removing it with specialized tools.
• Surgical Extraction: For impacted or broken teeth, a small incision may be made to access and remove the tooth safely.

No matter which type of extraction you need, our team will explain every step. If you’re nervous about your appointment, we can also offer nitrous oxide sedation to keep you calm and relaxed. These options ensure a smooth and low-to-no-discomfort experience from start to finish.

Bone Grafting & Socket Preservation

Bone grafting and socket preservation are two procedures that might be performed in conjunction with a tooth extraction. They are used to reinforce and maintain bone strength near the extraction site.

After a thorough healing period—typically 4 to 6 months, but it could be as long as a year—the area should be fully prepared to receive a dental implant or other replacement. We’re proud to offer these services in-house, unlike most other dental offices, enabling our patients to get everything they need in one convenient location.

Tooth Extraction Aftercare

Healing properly after an extraction is important for avoiding complications and getting back to your routine as soon as possible. After your procedure, we’ll provide clear, easy-to-follow instructions to protect the extraction site. Some general aftercare tips include:

• Bite gently on gauze to stop bleeding
• Apply an ice pack to your cheek to reduce swelling
• Eat soft foods and avoid using straws for 24–48 hours
• Avoid smoking, vaping, spitting, or vigorous rinsing
• Take prescribed medications as directed

After your healing period, we’ll schedule a follow-up appointment with you to discuss replacement options. But before then, know that we’re always available if questions or concerns come up. At Care 32 Dental of Grand Prairie, your comfort and recovery are our top priorities.

Understanding the Cost of Tooth Extractions

While a tooth extraction may be the best way to preserve your oral health and prevent dangerous secondary infections, it’s perfectly understandable that you would like to know how much the procedure will cost before you commit to it. At Care 32 Dental, we do everything we can to ensure that you understand what you can expect to pay as well as what your insurance will cover. Here’s a brief guide to how tooth extractions are priced, but please contact our staff if you would like to know more.

Factors That Can Affect Tooth Extraction Cost

While it’s impossible for us to give you a proper cost estimate for your tooth extraction before we can assess the problem in our office, there are a few factors that will significantly contribute to the overall cost of your treatment. These include:

• The location of the tooth: Teeth located further back in the mouth are larger, harder to reach, and have more complex anatomy, so they are generally more expensive to extract.
• The complexity of the case: Simple extractions are less costly than surgical extractions that may be necessary in complex cases such as impacted wisdom teeth.
• The replacement: The price of the prosthetic device used to replace your tooth will be noted on your bill.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Tooth Extractions?

Dental insurance typically covers tooth extractions by about 50% after the deductible has been met, and this includes treatments for wisdom teeth. However, your plan may impose limits on how many extractions it covers in a year or a waiting period before the coverage takes effect. Since every policy is different, we’ll be sure to confirm your coverage during your consultation so you can know exactly what your insurance will pay for.

How to Make Tooth Extractions Affordable

We understand that many people who need tooth extractions may be uninsured, underinsured, or on a tight budget. That’s why we offer several options that can help make the cost of your procedure easier to manage. These include:

• Financing: We partner with CareCredit and Cherry, trusted third-party lenders that offer flexible payment options that can break the cost of an extraction into small monthly payments with little to no interest.
• Our in-house discount plan: For $195 a year, you can have your routine checkups and cleanings covered and receive simple extractions for $99 each. You’ll also enjoy 25% to 50% off other procedures.

Our wisdom teeth and sedation special: Have all four wisdom teeth removed and receive sedation to keep you comfortable for $1,699.