Tooth Extraction in Houston, TX
A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth that cannot be saved by a filling, crown or root canal. At Snow Tree Dental in Houston's Galleria area, Dr. Muna Mohammed numbs the area first, removes the tooth, and sends you home with clear aftercare instructions. Same-day appointments are available when you are in pain.
When a tooth needs to come out
Most dentists, including Dr. Mohammed, would rather save a tooth than remove it. A filling, a crown or a root canal is usually the first thing we look at. But sometimes decay has gone too deep, a fracture runs below the gum line, or gum disease has loosened the tooth to the point where nothing will hold it. That is when removal becomes the safer choice.
There are two broad kinds of extraction. A simple extraction lifts out a tooth that is fully visible above the gum. A surgical extraction is used when a tooth is broken at the gum line or still buried, which is common with wisdom teeth. Dr. Mohammed will take an X-ray and tell you which one applies before anything starts.
Nerves are normal. The area is fully numbed before we begin, so most people feel pressure rather than pain during the procedure. Our team speaks English, Spanish and Arabic, so you can ask questions in the language you are most comfortable with. We will also talk through how to replace the tooth later, if it is one you will miss when you chew or smile.
Signs you may need a tooth removed
- Pain that will not settleA toothache that wakes you at night or does not respond to over-the-counter pain relief usually means the nerve inside the tooth is involved.
- A cracked or broken toothIf a tooth has split below the gum line, there may not be enough healthy structure left for a crown to hold onto.
- Swelling or a gum abscessFacial swelling, a bad taste or a pimple-like bump on the gum can signal infection. Call us the same day rather than waiting it out.
- Crowded or impacted wisdom teethWisdom teeth that push into neighboring molars, sit sideways, or are hard to keep clean often cause repeated pain and swelling at the back of the jaw.
What to expect
Exam and X-ray
Dr. Mohammed examines the tooth, takes an X-ray to see the roots and bone, and explains your options. If the tooth can be saved, she will say so.
Numbing the area
A local anesthetic is used to numb the tooth and the surrounding gum. We wait until you confirm the area feels numb before starting, and you can raise a hand at any point.
The extraction
Most people feel firm pressure and hear some movement rather than sharp pain. Surgical cases may need a small incision and a stitch or two, which Dr. Mohammed will explain first.
Healing and next steps
You bite on gauze to help a clot form, then follow written aftercare instructions. We check in on your healing and, when you are ready, discuss replacing the tooth.
What affects the cost of a tooth extraction
Cost depends on the tooth. A simple extraction of a fully visible tooth is more straightforward than the surgical removal of an impacted wisdom tooth. How many teeth are being removed, how the roots are shaped, and whether stitches or a bone graft are needed all change the total. We accept most major PPO insurance and file the claim for you. Without insurance, our in-house membership plan starts at $225 a year. Cherry, CareCredit and Sunbit offer monthly payment options. Come in for a consultation and we will put your exact treatment plan in writing.
Tooth Extractions FAQs
How much does a tooth extraction cost in Houston?
The cost of a tooth extraction depends on whether it is a simple or surgical removal, how many teeth are involved, and whether your insurance applies. Snow Tree Dental accepts most major PPO plans and files claims for you. Uninsured patients can join our in-house plan from $225 a year, and Cherry, CareCredit and Sunbit offer financing. Call (832) 464-3368 for a consultation and an exact quote.
Does getting a tooth pulled hurt?
The area is fully numbed with local anesthetic before an extraction begins, so most people feel pressure and movement rather than pain. Soreness afterwards is normal and usually eases over the following days. Your dentist will go over pain relief and aftercare before you leave, and you can call the office if anything feels wrong.
How long does it take to heal after a tooth extraction?
Most people feel noticeably better within a few days, though a surgical extraction or an impacted wisdom tooth can take longer. The first day matters most: avoid rinsing hard, drinking through a straw or smoking, since these can dislodge the clot protecting the socket. Call your dentist if pain worsens instead of easing.
Can I get a tooth pulled the same day in Houston?
Yes. Snow Tree Dental keeps same-day emergency appointments open for patients in pain, swelling or with a broken tooth. Call (832) 464-3368 and tell the team what is happening. If a tooth needs to come out urgently, we will aim to treat it that day; if it can be saved, we will tell you.
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Talk to us before the pain gets worse
Snow Tree Dental is at 2400 Augusta Dr #175, near the Galleria. Call (832) 464-3368 to book a consultation or a same-day emergency visit with Dr. Muna Mohammed, rated 4.9 across 221 Google reviews.