Tooth Extraction.

Not during, local anaesthetic takes care of that. After the numbness wears off you'll feel some discomfort for a day or two, manageable with paracetamol or ibuprofen. We give you written aftercare so you know what's normal.

The gum closes over within 2 to 3 weeks. Underneath, bone remodelling continues for several months. If you're planning an implant, we'll factor that into the timeline.

Stick to soft, lukewarm foods on day one. Avoid anything hot, hard, crunchy or chewy on the extraction side for 3 to 4 days. No straws, the suction can dislodge the clot, and no smoking, both of which raise the risk of dry socket.

When the blood clot in the healing socket is lost too early, exposing bone. It's painful but treatable, call us and we'll see you the same day if we suspect it.

Depends on which tooth, your bite, and what matters to you. Front teeth almost always, for appearance and function. Back teeth often, to maintain chewing balance. We'll talk through implant, bridge and denture options so you can decide.

Most extractions don't need antibiotics. We prescribe them when there's an active infection or a medically complex situation, in line with current Australian antibiotic-stewardship guidelines.