Extractions

No one comes to the dentist hoping to have a tooth removed. If you are reading this, you are probably already a little anxious — and that is okay. The good news is that an extraction in 2026 is nothing like what you might be picturing. It is faster, gentler, and far more comfortable than most people expect.

Before anything happens, Dr. Maharaj will sit down with you and walk through exactly what is going on with your tooth and why removal is the right call. You will see your X-rays, you will hear your options, and if there is any way to save the tooth, you will hear about that too. You should never feel rushed into a decision you are not ready to make.

When it is time, the area around your tooth is fully numbed before any work begins. You should feel pressure — sometimes a gentle tug or wiggle — but you should not feel pain. If you ever do, you raise your hand, and we stop. That rule does not change. If you are nervous, just tell us at the start of your visit and we will talk about ways to help you stay calm.

After your tooth is out, you will get clear, simple aftercare instructions in writing — what to eat, what to avoid, what is normal, and when to call. Most people are surprised at how manageable the recovery is. A little soreness for a day or two is typical, and over-the-counter pain relievers usually handle it.

Before you leave, you will also have a conversation about what comes next. A missing tooth can make the others shift over time, so you will hear about your replacement options — implants, bridges, dentures — without any pressure. You are in charge of when, or whether, you do anything else. You just need to know what is on the table.