At Southern Dental Associates – Spring Branch, we prioritize saving natural teeth whenever possible. However, when a tooth is severely damaged, infected, or no longer repairable, a tooth extraction is necessary to protect your health and prevent further complications.
Our team provides comfortable, precise tooth extractions in Houston, ensuring that every patient receives compassionate care and a smooth, stress-free treatment experience.
We support individuals and families across Houston, Spring Branch Central, Spring Branch West, Spring Valley Village, Memorial City, Timbergrove, The Heights, and the greater Spring Branch region. Whether you need a planned extraction or immediate care for a dental emergency, our trained professionals are here to help.
While our goal is always to preserve natural teeth, extractions are sometimes the only viable option. You may need a tooth removed if:
Leaving a severely damaged or infected tooth untreated can lead to significant pain, swelling, abscess formation, or systemic infection. Prompt evaluation ensures safe, timely treatment.
Dental emergencies can happen without warning—whether due to trauma, severe toothache, or sudden swelling. We offer urgent evaluation and same-day extraction availability whenever possible, helping relieve pain quickly and protect your overall health.
Conditions that may require emergency removal include:
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, our team will prioritize your visit and ensure you get the relief you need.
Used when a tooth is visible above the gumline and can be removed safely with minimal surgical intervention.
Necessary when a tooth is broken at the gumline, severely decayed, or impacted beneath the gums. These procedures may require a small incision to access the tooth.
Impacted or problematic wisdom teeth can cause pain, infection, and crowding. We evaluate and remove them safely when indicated.
If crowding prevents ideal tooth positioning, orthodontists may recommend removing selected teeth to allow proper alignment.
Modern extraction techniques have made treatment significantly more comfortable than most patients expect.
We offer:
Our team works carefully to ensure you remain comfortable and confident throughout the procedure.
While every case is different, the general steps of an extraction include:
We use digital X-rays and visual examination to assess tooth structure, infection, and surrounding bone.
Your dentist numbs the area completely to ensure a comfortable experience.
Depending on the situation, the dentist will perform a simple or surgical extraction.
After removal, the site is cleaned to prevent infection, and a gauze pad is placed to control bleeding.
We provide personalized guidance to help you heal quickly and comfortably.
Mild swelling, tenderness, or minor bleeding is normal during the first 24 hours. You can typically manage discomfort with over-the-counter medications. Most patients return to normal activities within a day or two.
We will review:
If the removed tooth needs to be replaced, we can discuss options such as implants, bridges, or partial dentures.
Removing a damaged tooth is only the first step—many patients choose to replace it to maintain their oral health, bite stability, and appearance.
We offer:
Your dentist will help determine the best option based on your goals and overall oral health.
We are committed to making every extraction as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
Tooth pain and swelling don’t wait—and you shouldn’t have to either. If you think you need a tooth extraction in Houston, our team at Southern Dental Associates – Spring Branch can evaluate your tooth quickly and walk you through the safest, most comfortable option.
Call now to request an urgent appointment or book online to reserve your visit.
Came in for a extraction as a new patient. The process from start to finish was sincere and professional. The doctor who saw me had taken care to make sure I understood everything along the way. I c... Read More
This place is a little pricey and they work with you a tad bit if under $509 no payment plans above that amount they will work out payment plans. Which is nice but don’t apply to me. I got a tooth e... Read More
Dr. Lewis and his team are the best. They are professional and kind. I moved from Spring Branch 11 years ago but still drive 45 mins to this office because I trust the Dr. and staff.
Came in for a extraction as a new patient. The process from start to finish was sincere and professional. The doctor who saw me had taken care to make sure I understood everything along the way. I could not ask for more and was out pain free in 45 minutes.
This place is a little pricey and they work with you a tad bit if under $509 no payment plans above that amount they will work out payment plans. Which is nice but don’t apply to me. I got a tooth extraction and the dentist was fabulous he was smooth he made sure I was in no pain and he pulled that huge molar right out with hardly any pressure at all. Top notch!! But a little pricy but you get what you pay for!!
Dr. Lewis and his team are the best. They are professional and kind. I moved from Spring Branch 11 years ago but still drive 45 mins to this office because I trust the Dr. and staff.
