{"id":4249,"date":"2021-01-27T10:01:15","date_gmt":"2021-01-27T15:01:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/?p=4249"},"modified":"2021-02-23T11:44:20","modified_gmt":"2021-02-23T16:44:20","slug":"how-much-does-a-tooth-extraction-cost-how-to-ensure-youre-covered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-tooth-extraction-cost-how-to-ensure-youre-covered\/","title":{"rendered":"How much does a tooth extraction cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 5<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

There’s more to a tooth falling out than the tooth fairy leaving money under your pillow. Unfortunately, gone are the days of an under-the-pillow payout. But how much does a tooth extraction cost? Let\u2019s look at that.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is tooth extraction?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Tooth extraction is the complete removal of a tooth from the mouth by a dentist. The most common reason is the extraction of impacted wisdom teeth. Other reasons include tooth decay, infection, trauma, and crowding.<\/span><\/p>\n

Patients who require braces may need one or two teeth extracted to create space for their other teeth as they shift into place. This is a relatively straightforward procedure, especially when the teeth are visible. Impacted teeth do require a bit more effort. And while most extractions are relatively quick and painless procedures, patients will likely experience some discomfort during and after their procedure, despite local anesthesia or sedatives.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

When should a tooth be extracted?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

This is often your dentist\u2019s call<\/a>. They decide when a problem can be successfully managed without extraction and when the tooth must be pulled. The patient also has to exhibit symptoms showing that an extraction is needed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Common symptoms include:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n