Patient comfort and safety are our top priorities. We also strive to support pet parents and put their minds at ease as much as possible. We support our patients and their owners in several ways: 

The exact procedure for removing a dog or cat’s tooth varies depending on the condition and location. Before surgery, we provide a long-lasting nerve block to minimize discomfort and pain. Extractions are performed under general anesthesia, as well, for patient comfort and safety. 

During surgical extractions, we typically make small incisions in the adjacent gum tissue to gain access to the affected tooth. In some cases, we also need to remove bone. Once the tooth is out, we flush the socket to eliminate debris. The extraction site is then closed. Unlike humans, dogs and cats don’t get “dry socket,” so recovery is generally fast and easy. Most patients experience no more than minor bleeding and temporary discomfort.

Your pet will most likely do great! Dogs and cats recover quickly and can resume their normal eating habits right away. Chances are, they weren’t using painful or damaged teeth to eat anyway, so losing them isn’t a big deal. And your furry friend won’t mind if there are a few gaps in their smile after surgery.