Teeth Extractions

Teeth Extractions: What to Expect

Being told you need a tooth removed can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. At Airdrie Oral Surgery, we’re here to make the experience simple,safe, and as stress-free as possible. Whether it’s a single tooth or multiple, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Why Are Teeth Extracted?

There are a few common reasons we recommend removal:

Severe decay, breakage, or infection
To make space before orthodontic treatment
Persistent gum disease affecting the surrounding bone
An impacted or extra tooth blocking others
A baby tooth that’s not budging on its own

Whatever the reason, our goal is to remove the problem and help you heal quickly.

Will It Hurt?

That’s the top concern we hear—and the answer is: not during the procedure. With local anesthesia and optional sedation, we keep you comfortable and relaxed. Afterward, some soreness and swelling are totally normal, but most patients manage easily with rest, ice packs, and pain medication.

What’s Recovery Like?

Plan to take it easy for a couple of days
Stick to soft foods, stay hydrated, and follow the instructions we give you
We’ll review everything before you leave—and you’ll get a direct contact number in case anything comes up

Most people are surprised by how smooth it is!

You’re in Good Hands

Feeling anxious is normal. Many of our patients feel the same way before their visit—but leave saying it was much easier than expected. We’ll explain what’s happening, answer your questions, and take great care of you from start to finish.

Want More Info?

Check out the Calgary Oral Surgery Group’s Tooth Extraction Page for more details on the process, recovery, and FAQs.

Book a Consultation

If you need a tooth removed, we’re ready to help. Call Airdrie Oral Surgery to schedule your consultation and get started on the path to relief and recovery.

Pre-Operative Instructions (Sedation/General Anesthesia)

Extraction (removal) of teeth may be necessary if broken, damaged, decayed, or loose teeth cannot be saved. If a tooth is broken or damaged beyond repair, a filling, crown or treatment may not be enough to save the tooth. Sometimes, baby teeth or overcrowding teeth may need to be extracted to make space for proper dental care.

Infected teeth of patients receiving cancer drugs may have a weakened immune system, that requires extraction of teeth. Also, patients may be at high risk of infections that may develop from organ transplant surgeries, as a result from medications that could suppress the immune system. In these cases, certain teeth might be a source of infection that need to be removed for preventative care.

Your doctor will determine if teeth extraction is necessary and discuss why this option would be needed for proper treatment for your oral health.

All patients undergoing a general anesthetic or intravenous sedation, please read the following information carefully.

Before Surgery

DO NOT eat any food after midnight on the night before your surgery.
DO NOT drink any fluids, including water, after midnight the night before surgery.
DO NOT smoke or consume alcohol for 24 hours before surgery.
Patients taking birth control medications please be advised that its effectiveness may be reduced when taking antibiotics.

Failure to comply with these instructions can jeopardize your well-being prior to surgery and your surgery MAY BE CANCELLED.

Surgery Day Instructions

Any medications provided by the clinic or taken on a routine basis that have been approved by your doctor can be taken with a SMALL SIP of water only prior to surgery.
A responsible adult must accompany you to the office, be prepared to stay and take you home and remain with you until you have recovered from the effects of the anesthetic. You are considered legally impaired and CAN NOT drive for 24hrs after receiving anesthesia. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A RIDE ON SURGERY DAY, YOUR SURGERY MAY BE CANCELLED.
Shower, brush your teeth and put on comfortable clean clothing (preferably dark colours) which should include a short sleeved shirt.
DO NOT wear makeup, nail polish, contact lenses. Remove any tongue, nose or lip jewellery.
Asthmatic patients: please bring your inhalers.
Diabetic patients: please bring your insulin and glucometer if available. Please check your blood glucose prior to the procedure.

Please note that we do our best to stay on schedule. Due to the unpredictable nature of surgery, your appointment time is an approximation and you may be waiting 1-2 hours. If we are running late, it is because the patient ahead of you has been given additional time and attention to ensure a successful surgery. The same consideration will be given to you in a similar situation. Your patience and understanding is greatly appreciated.

Post-Operative Instructions for Surgical Extractions

Teeth Extraction Instructions

Testimonials

Wow, great experience having my wisdom teeth removed which I never thought I’d ever say. Clinic was very organized, all the staff I dealt with was very friendly and helpful, and the extraction and aftercare was excellent. I’d get my teeth removed there again if I could! Very happy!

Shawn Hull

I came to the clinic for surgery for a cyst growing above my upper teeth. Dr Fischer was amazing as well as my nurse, the anesthetist and the front desk staff. Follow up care was well explained. This is a fabulous clinic and state of the art surgical facility. I highly recommend!

Sheila Adkins

I had a great experience, the staff are super nice and very informative. They made sure i was fine and asked if i had any questions, the surgery itself went perfectly smooth. I would recommend them to anyone needing oral surgery. Definitely had a positive experience.

Dallas MacDonald