Tooth Extractions in Sarasota–Bradenton
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Tooth Extractions in Sarasota

Overview

What are tooth extractions?

Beyond wisdom teeth, oral surgeons remove damaged, infected or crowded teeth and prepare sites for implants.

Extractions range from straightforward removal of a loose tooth to surgical removal of broken roots or teeth near nerves and sinuses. Many surgeons place a bone-preservation graft at the same time if an implant is planned later. The ranges below are typical 2026 self-pay estimates around Sarasota-Bradenton.

Options & pricing

Your options.

Simple extraction

Visible, accessible tooth.

Usually local anesthesia. $150-$350
Surgical extraction

Broken, impacted or root-tip removal.

$300-$650
Extraction + socket graft

Bone graft placed to preserve the site.

Common before future implants. $600-$1,300
Typical Sarasota pricing
Technique
Typical range
Downtime
Sedation (if used)
$300-$700
For anxious patients or multiple teeth.
X-ray / imaging
$25-$250
Single film to 3D scan.
Follow-up visit
$0-$100
Often included with the procedure.
Why consider it

Benefits of tooth extractions.

✓ Removes a damaged or problematic tooth
✓ Relieves pain from severe decay or infection
✓ Prevents problems from crowding or impaction
✓ Clears the way for replacement options
Healing timeline

Tooth Extractions recovery.

First 24 hours
Clot forms
Bite on gauze, rest, and avoid straws or rinsing vigorously to protect the clot.
First few days
Swelling and soft foods
Expect swelling and soreness; stick to soft foods and gentle care.
1 to 2 weeks
Gum heals
The socket closes over and discomfort fades over the following week or two.
After healing
Replacement
Once healed, options like an implant or bridge can be discussed.
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Risks & complications

What can go wrong.

Dry socket
A painful dry socket can develop if the blood clot is dislodged during healing.
Bleeding and swelling
Some bleeding and swelling are expected in the first day or two.
Infection
The socket can become infected and may need treatment.
Nerve or sinus issues
Extractions near nerves or the sinus carry small risks of numbness or sinus problems.
How to choose

Dental credentials, explained.

Oral & maxillofacial surgeons treat the mouth, jaws and face surgically — from wisdom teeth and implants to corrective jaw surgery. They complete a four- to six-year hospital-based surgical residency after dental school (some also earn an MD). The defining credentials are AAOMS membership and board certification — Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS).

Hospital surgical residency
OMS training is 4–6 years of hospital-based surgery including anesthesia; some programs award an MD alongside the dental degree.
ABOMS Diplomate
Board certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is the specialty’s defining credential.
Anesthesia training
OMS are uniquely trained to administer office-based anesthesia and sedation — relevant for extractions, implants and jaw surgery.
Questions to ask your oral surgeon
  1. Are you a board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon (ABOMS Diplomate)?
  2. How often do you perform this specific procedure?
  3. What anesthesia or sedation options do you offer, and who monitors me?
  4. Is your Florida dental license current and in good standing?
Your questions

Tooth Extractions FAQs.

Can my regular dentist do it?+

Simple extractions are often done by general dentists; surgical, impacted or higher-risk cases are usually referred to an oral surgeon. This is general information, not medical advice.

Should I get a bone graft at the same time?+

If you plan an implant later, a socket graft helps preserve bone and is frequently recommended at the time of extraction.

How long does healing take?+

The gum typically closes over 1-2 weeks; bone fills in over a few months.

What is dry socket?+

A painful condition where the clot dislodges. Following post-op instructions and avoiding straws and smoking reduces the risk.

Will I be sedated?+

Many extractions use local anesthesia; sedation is available for anxiety or complex cases.

What should I eat afterward?+

Soft, cool foods for the first day or two, then gradually return to normal as comfort allows.

References & sources

Procedure facts on this page draw on authoritative medical sources. Confirm specifics in a consultation.

American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) ↗American Dental Association (ADA) ↗
Boards & certification

Verify a dentist’s credentials and Florida license yourself:

AAOMS — American Assn. of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons ↗ ABOMS — American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery ↗ Florida Board of Dentistry — License verification ↗
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