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Tooth Extractions in Sydney
Dealing with a severely damaged tooth, an impacted wisdom tooth, or ongoing pain that just won’t settle? About Smiles is a Sydney dental group with five locations Chatswood, Circular Quay, Crows Nest, Eastgardens and Zetland providing tooth extractions and oral surgery aimed at relieving dental pain and restoring your oral health as comfortably as possible. For patients facing a tooth that can’t be saved, a well managed extraction is often a straightforward path back to comfort. You can find your nearest About Smiles clinic and book a consultation.
What Is a Tooth Extraction?
Oral surgery covers more complex dental issues that can’t be resolved through general dentistry care, such as tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal and other surgical procedures. These are aimed at relieving pain, preventing complications and restoring oral health where other treatment options aren’t suitable. At About Smiles, we provide tooth extractions and oral surgery to help you get back to comfort and confidence.
Extraction is generally considered only once other options identified during routine check-ups have been ruled out or aren’t appropriate for example, when a tooth is too damaged by decay below the gum line, advanced gum disease, or infection to restore. Your dentist will always talk through the reasoning behind this recommendation, so you understand why extraction is being suggested for your particular case. This conversation is an important part of making sure you feel confident in the decision before proceeding.
Benefits of Oral Surgery and Tooth Extractions
- Pain relief — removing a severely damaged or infected tooth can help relieve pain and restore comfort
- Prevents complications — addresses problematic teeth before they lead to further infection or wider oral health issues
- Wisdom teeth care — careful removal of impacted or problematic wisdom teeth to help prevent pain, infection and crowding
- Comfort-focused care — sedation options and gentle techniques can help anxious patients feel more relaxed, where appropriate
Together, these reflect an approach focused on resolving the immediate problem while helping protect your broader oral health going forward. Removing a problematic tooth is often what allows the rest of your mouth to heal and function properly again, particularly when infection or persistent pain has been affecting your day to day comfort.
Tooth Extractions at Our Sydney Clinics
At About Smiles, our team brings more than 80 years of combined dental experience, and we prioritise your comfort and safety throughout. Oral surgery, including more involved extractions, is part of the confirmed scope of Dr Ashish Gohil at our Zetland clinic, and wisdom teeth removal and extractions are offered across the group, using imaging and careful technique at each step.
Sedation dentistry is available for anxious patients following an individual assessment it isn’t suitable for everyone, and your dentist will discuss whether it’s appropriate for you. We provide thorough post-operative care, so you feel supported from consultation right through to recovery. As an NSQHS accredited group, we follow recognised national safety and quality standards. Some of our clinicians also consult in additional languages Mandarin and Cantonese at Chatswood and Crows Nest (Dr Mark Mingjie Lu), and Vietnamese at Circular Quay (Dr Gregory Nguyen).
Our Tooth Extraction Process
Step One
Consultation:
We begin with a thorough assessment of your dental health, a review of your medical history, and a discussion of your symptoms and goals for treatment.
Step Two
Preparation and Procedure:
We take imaging such as X-rays, provide pre-operative instructions, then carry out the procedure under local anaesthetic or, where appropriate, sedation. More complex cases, such as a difficult surgical extraction, may be referred to an oral surgeon for treatment under general anaesthetic where clinically appropriate.
Step Three
Post-Operative Care:
You’ll receive personalised aftercare instructions, including how to care for any sutures, and follow up monitoring to support a smooth recovery.
Recovery time varies depending on the complexity of the extraction and your individual healing, and your dentist will give you a clearer sense of what to expect. Following aftercare instructions closely plays an important role in protecting the blood clot and the underlying jawbone, keeping recovery as straightforward as possible and helping reduce the risk of complications during healing.
Is Tooth Extraction Right for You?
Extraction isn’t always the first option considered, and our team can talk through the alternatives with you where appropriate during your consultation.
Do you have:
Severe tooth pain or discomfort
Impacted or overcrowded teeth, including those requiring removal prior to braces or other orthodontic treatment
A fractured tooth, or one damaged beyond repair from severe decay or trauma
How it can help:
Helps relieve pain from severely damaged or infected teeth
Helps prevent complications such as persistent dental infections
Removes impacted or problematic wisdom teeth to help prevent crowding
It may be particularly relevant if you are:
Experiencing severe tooth pain or persistent infection
Dealing with impacted or overcrowded wisdom teeth needing removal
An anxious patient who may benefit from sedation and gentle, comfort-focused care
Helping You Restore Your Oral Health
Our team provides treatments that may improve comfort and function, with every plan built around your individual needs. Results differ for each person and will be discussed with you in full during your consultation, including realistic expectations for recovery. If you have any concerns about anaesthesia or sedation, this is a good time to raise them too.
Our Sydney Locations
About Smiles has five clinics across Sydney. You can identify your nearest below:
- Chatswood — 2/63A Archer Street, Chatswood NSW 2067 · (02) 9415 3555. Practitioners here include Dr Mark Mingjie Lu (Mandarin and Cantonese; also at Crows Nest), Dr David Argent, Dr David Young and Dr Eugene Foo.
- Circular Quay — Ground Floor, Shop LCC125, 17 Young Street, Circular Quay NSW 2000 · (02) 8319 2323. Practitioners here include Dr Aodhan Docherty and Dr Gregory Nguyen (English and Vietnamese).
- Crows Nest — Suite 103, Level 1, 22 Clarke Street, Crows Nest NSW 2065 · (02) 8622 3900. Dr Mark Mingjie Lu consults here in addition to Chatswood.
- Eastgardens — Shop 350, Level 3, Westfield Eastgardens, 152 Bunnerong Road, Eastgardens NSW 2036 · (02) 8488 9994. Practitioners here include Dr Sabrina Chong, Dr Lucy Cracknell and Dr Jacinda Stamenkovic.
- Zetland — 4/6 Defries Avenue, Zetland NSW 2017 · (02) 9313 6388. Practitioners here include Dr Ashish Gohil (oral surgery) and Dr Danny Nguyen-Ngo.
To book a consultation, contact your nearest clinic on the number above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is tooth extraction painful?
The procedure is carried out under anaesthesia appropriate to your situation local anaesthetic or, where appropriate, sedation so you shouldn’t feel pain during the extraction itself. Some discomfort during recovery is normal and manageable, and your dentist will explain how to care for the area afterwards to help prevent issues like dry socket.
How long does recovery take after a tooth extraction?
This varies depending on the complexity of the extraction and individual healing, but many patients notice significant improvement within a few days. Your dentist can give you a clearer timeframe based on your specific procedure, including when you can move from soft foods back to your regular diet.
Will I need a replacement for the extracted tooth?
This depends on the location of the tooth and your individual circumstances. Your dentist can discuss options such as a dental implant, bridge or denture if replacement is appropriate for your situation.
Do you offer sedation for anxious patients?
Sedation dentistry is available for patients who feel anxious about oral surgery, following an individual assessment to confirm it’s appropriate for you. It helps to let us know how you’re feeling so we can plan the most comfortable approach.
Which About Smiles clinics handle oral surgery and extractions?
Extractions and wisdom teeth removal are available across our Sydney clinics, and more involved oral surgery is part of Dr Ashish Gohil’s confirmed scope at Zetland. Complex cases may be referred to an oral surgeon where clinically appropriate. Contact your nearest location and the team can help you arrange a consultation.