Wisdom Teeth Extraction in Newmarket
Gentle removal when it's needed most
About Extractions
When a tooth cannot be saved, extraction is sometimes the safest path forward. Our team performs extractions, including wisdom tooth removal, with precision, care, and your comfort as the priority.
At East River Dental Care in Newmarket, we always try to save a natural tooth first. When removal is the right choice, we explain why, plan it carefully and make sure you are comfortable before we begin.
Key Benefits
- Relieves pain from damaged or infected teeth
- Prevents spread of infection
- Removes problematic wisdom teeth
- Performed under local anesthesia
- Thorough post-extraction care instructions
Ready to learn if extractions are right for you?
What Is a Tooth Extraction?
A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the jawbone. It is done when a tooth is too damaged, decayed or infected to be repaired, or when it is causing problems for the teeth around it.
Every extraction starts with an exam and digital imaging, so we can see the tooth, its roots and the surrounding bone and plan the safest approach.
Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are the last molars to come in, usually in the late teens or early twenties. When there is not enough room, or they come in at an angle, they can cause pain, crowding, infection or damage to nearby teeth. Wisdom teeth removal is often recommended in these cases.
Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out. Healthy, fully erupted wisdom teeth that are easy to keep clean can often stay. An exam and X-ray will show what is best for you.
When a Tooth May Need to Be Removed
A tooth may need to be removed if it is:
- Badly damaged or decayed and cannot be restored
- Infected, when treatment such as Root Canal Treatment cannot save it
- An impacted or problem wisdom tooth
- Loose because of advanced gum disease, which our Periodontal Care can help assess
- Crowding or damaging the teeth beside it
If you have severe pain or swelling, call our Emergency Dentist service so we can see you as soon as possible.
What Is Included in Your Extraction
- An assessment of the tooth and surrounding bone with digital imaging
- Local anesthesia so you feel pressure but no pain
- Gentle removal of the tooth, with sectioning if the case is complex
- Detailed healing and aftercare instructions
- Follow-up to make sure you are recovering well
- A discussion of options for replacing the tooth
Why Choose East River Dental Care for Extractions
- Serving Newmarket families for over 40 years
- Free consultations and second opinions, with no pressure and no obligation
- Digital imaging to plan the safest approach
- Local anesthesia for your comfort
- Same-day availability for urgent concerns
- A clear conversation about costs before you commit
- 0% interest payment plans
- Direct insurance billing
- Evening and Saturday appointments
- A gentle approach for patients with dental anxiety
What to Expect
Assessment & X-Rays
We evaluate the tooth and surrounding bone with digital imaging to plan the safest approach.
Anesthesia
The area is fully numbed so you feel pressure but no pain during the procedure.
Extraction
The tooth is gently loosened and removed. Complex cases may require sectioning.
Aftercare Instructions
We provide detailed healing instructions and follow up to ensure proper recovery.
Healing and Aftercare
Most patients feel back to normal within 3 to 5 days. Wisdom tooth removal may take 7 to 10 days. Discomfort afterward is manageable with over-the-counter medication.
Most people find soft, cool foods the easiest choice for the first few days. Your aftercare instructions will explain exactly what to eat and drink, when and how to brush around the area, and how to keep it clean. If your pain, swelling or bleeding gets worse instead of better, call us.
Replacing a Missing Tooth
After an extraction, it is a good idea to plan for the gap so that nearby teeth do not shift. Options include a dental implant, bridge, or partial denture. We will discuss replacement options at your appointment.
- Dental Implants: a permanent, natural-looking replacement
- Dental Bridges: a fixed replacement anchored to the neighbouring teeth
- Full & Partial Dentures: a removable replacement for one or many teeth
Cost of Extractions
The cost of an extraction depends on the tooth, how complex the removal is and the care you need afterward, and every patient's situation is different. We offer free consultations and second opinions, so you understand your options before you commit to anything.
We bill your insurance directly, and our 0% interest payment plans help spread larger costs over time. Contact our office for a personalized quote, or read our insurance and financing information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does extraction hurt?
The area is thoroughly numbed beforehand. You may feel pressure but not pain. Post-procedure discomfort is manageable with over-the-counter medication.
How long is recovery?
Most patients feel back to normal within 3 to 5 days. Wisdom tooth removal may take 7 to 10 days.
What replaces the missing tooth?
Options include a dental implant, bridge, or partial denture. We'll discuss replacement options at your appointment.
Do I need to have my wisdom teeth removed?
Not always. Wisdom teeth that are healthy, fully erupted and easy to clean can often stay. We recommend removal when they are impacted, causing pain or crowding, or at risk of decay or infection. An exam and X-ray will show what is best for you.
Are extractions covered by insurance?
Coverage varies from plan to plan. Our team can bill your insurer directly where a plan applies, and we will help you understand what to expect before treatment begins. We also offer 0% interest payment plans.
Ready to Book Your Extraction?
Call us to book your appointment. Same-day availability for urgent concerns.
East River Dental Care, 130 Davis Dr #35, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2N1, (905) 895-8031