Tooth extraction

Key facts Sometimes, you may need to have a tooth extracted (pulled out) by a dentist. The extraction is done either under local anaesthetic at a dentist’s office or general anaesthetic in hospital. After the procedure, you may have some discomfort, pain, and bleeding. Usually, the wound takes 2 weeks to heal. Your dentist will talk to you about things you can do to help stop complications after tooth extraction. What is a tooth extraction? Sometimes, you may need to have a tooth pulled out. This is called a tooth extraction. This tooth extraction is usually done by a dentist