Tooth Extraction in Aurora

Having a tooth pulled is rarely anyone's first choice. When it is the right call, a little planning makes the day calmer and the healing smoother.

The short answer

If you are searching for a tooth extraction near me in Aurora, Aurora Gateway Dental removes teeth that cannot be saved or that need to come out for other care. Your dentist examines the tooth, takes an X-ray, reviews your health and medicines, and numbs the area well. Complex cases may be referred, and we'll explain why.

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Visits: An exam, the extraction, and a check if needed
Timeline: Often short for one tooth; longer for surgical removal
Comfort: Local anaesthetic; sedation options for some treatments
Coverage: Oral surgery is a covered category under CDCP; most insurance plans include extractions
Dentist: Our dentists

What it is

Most people looking up tooth extraction near me are dealing with a tooth that hurts, has broken, or has been flagged at a checkup. Before any tooth comes out, your dentist wants to know two things: can this tooth be saved, and if not, what is the safest way to remove it? An X-ray shows the roots, the bone around them and any infection at the tip.

Our oral surgery page explains the difference between simple and surgical extractions and the common reasons teeth are removed. This page is about getting ready for tooth removal and getting through the first week. Small steps here matter. Following the aftercare advice lowers your chance of a painful dry socket, which happens when the blood clot in the empty socket is lost before the bone underneath has started to heal.

Your health history is a big part of planning. Blood thinners, some bone medicines, diabetes, heart conditions, radiation to the head or neck, and pregnancy can all change how and when a tooth is removed. Please bring a list of every medicine and supplement you take. Do not stop a prescribed medicine on your own. If a change is needed, we will talk with you and, when it makes sense, with your doctor.

Before the appointment, think about what will fill the space: a bridge, a partial denture, an implant, or nothing at all for some back teeth. If an implant is possible, tell your dentist early, since it can affect how the tooth is removed.

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Is it right for me?

A tooth is broken below the gumline and cannot hold a filling or crown.
Decay or infection has gone too far for root canal treatment to be a good option.
Gum disease has left a tooth very loose.
A baby tooth is stuck and blocking the adult tooth beneath it.
Your orthodontic plan needs space that only removing a tooth can create.

Step by step

Exam and X-rayYour dentist checks the tooth, the gum and the bone, and looks at an X-ray of the roots. They tell you whether the removal looks simple or surgical.
Health and medicine reviewWe go through your medical history and medicines. You learn whether anything needs to change before the day and whether sedation is an option for you.
The day of removalEat a normal meal beforehand unless you are told otherwise. The area is numbed until you feel only pressure. Your dentist tells you what is happening as they go.
Gauze and instructionsYou bite on gauze to help a clot form. Before you leave, we go over care at home and give you written instructions to take with you.
Follow-upIf you have stitches that need removing, or your dentist wants to see how you are healing, we book a short check. Call sooner if something worries you.

How it compares

Question	Simple extraction	Surgical extraction	Referred removal
Typical tooth	Visible above the gum	Broken, curved roots or partly in bone	Close to a nerve or very deep
Gum opened	Usually not	Yes, a small opening	Decided by the receiving office
Stitches	Sometimes	Often	Varies
Recovery feel	Sore for a few days	More swelling is common	Varies with the case

General information. Your dentist will explain what applies to you.

Benefits and risks

Benefits

Removes the source of pain or infection when the tooth cannot be saved.
Makes room for braces, a denture or an implant when part of a plan.
Gives you a clear starting point to plan a replacement tooth.

Risks and limits

Swelling, bruising and jaw stiffness are common for a few days.
Dry socket can cause strong pain a few days after removal. It is more common in people who smoke.
Bleeding can last longer in people who take blood thinners, so we plan ahead for it.
Lower back teeth sit near a nerve. Rarely, numbness or tingling of the lip, chin or tongue can occur, and it may not fully go away.
A gap left unfilled can let nearby teeth tip or drift over time.

Cost and coverage

The fee for removing a tooth depends on how it needs to come out. A tooth that lifts out with gentle pressure is billed differently from one that needs the gum opened or the tooth divided. Our fees use the Ontario Dental Association fee guide as a reference. Most insurance plans include extractions, and the Canadian Dental Care Plan lists removal of teeth and roots for eligible people. IFHP is accepted too, and we bill every insurance plan directly. Without a plan, ask about our in-house dental plan and student program. If a replacement tooth will follow, your written estimate shows both parts.

What shapes your estimate

Whether the tooth lifts out or needs the gum opened
How many teeth come out at the same visit
Whether X-rays are needed
Whether sedation is used
Whether a bone graft or replacement tooth is planned afterwards

After your visit

Keep firm pressure on the gauze for the first hour, and rest with your head raised.
Do not rinse, spit hard or use a straw for the first day. After that, rinse gently with warm salt water a few times a day.
Use a cold pack on your cheek on the first day, ten minutes on and ten minutes off.
Choose soft, lukewarm food and chew on the other side. Avoid smoking and alcohol while the socket heals.
Call us if bleeding is heavy after several hours, if pain gets worse after the second or third day, or if you have a fever. Swelling that makes it hard to breathe or swallow needs 911 right away.

Questions

Can I drive myself home after a tooth is pulled?

After local anaesthetic alone, most people can drive home. If you have sedation, you will need a responsible adult to take you home. We will tell you which applies when we book.

How do I know if I have a dry socket?

Dry socket usually shows up two to four days after removal as a deep, throbbing pain that may spread to the ear, often with a bad taste. The socket can look empty. Call us. Your dentist can clean it and place a soothing dressing.

Should I take my blood thinner before the extraction?

Do not stop it without advice. Tell us the name and dose when you book. Many people continue their medicine, and we plan steps to control bleeding. If a change is needed, we will talk with your doctor.

How soon can I get back to my usual day?

Many people return the next day after a simple extraction. After surgical removal or sedation, a day or two of rest is common.

Is it better to remove a tooth or save it?

Keeping your own tooth is usually worth it when it can be done reliably. Sometimes a tooth is too damaged and removing it is safer. Your dentist will walk through both paths, including replacing the tooth.

Can you remove a tooth if it is infected and swollen?

Often, yes, but it depends on the swelling. Sometimes an antibiotic or draining the area comes first. If swelling spreads quickly or affects your breathing or swallowing, go to the emergency department or call 911.

Reviewed by the dentists at Aurora Gateway Dental Care. Last updated October 29, 2026. This page is general information, not personal medical advice.

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