Pet Dental Extraction
Pet dental extraction is the surgical removal of one or more teeth under general anesthesia, performed when teeth are severely decayed, fractured, loose, or causing pain and infection.
Definition
Pet dental extraction is the surgical removal of one or more teeth under general anesthesia, performed when teeth are severely decayed, fractured, loose, or causing pain and infection.
In-Depth
What You Need to Know
Dental extractions are among the most common procedures performed during veterinary dental cleanings. Cats frequently need extractions for feline tooth resorption (affects 30-70% of cats over age 5) and stomatitis. Dogs commonly need extractions for fractured teeth, advanced periodontal disease with bone loss, and retained deciduous (baby) teeth. Full-mouth dental radiographs (X-rays) taken during the cleaning reveal problems below the gumline that are not visible to the naked eye — up to 60% of dental pathology is hidden below the gumline. Extraction techniques include simple extraction (for single-rooted or loose teeth) and surgical extraction (requiring gum flaps and sometimes bone removal for multi-rooted or fractured teeth). Cost per extraction ranges from $50-$300+ depending on complexity. Post-operative care includes soft food for 10-14 days, pain medication, and sometimes antibiotics. Most pets eat comfortably within 24-48 hours of extraction.
Calls & Questions
What Patients Ask
Common phone questions about pet dental extraction — and how Front Desk handles scheduling and call routing automatically.
Common Patient Questions
- 1Does my pet need a tooth pulled?
- 2How much do pet dental extractions cost?
- 3Will my pet be able to eat after extractions?
- 4Is anesthesia safe for dental work?
How Front Desk Helps Your Practice
Front Desk explains that extractions are common during dental cleanings, notes that a detailed estimate cannot be provided until the cleaning and X-rays are performed, and schedules dental procedure appointments.
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Common questions about pet dental extraction.
Pet dental extraction is the surgical removal of one or more teeth under general anesthesia, performed when teeth are severely decayed, fractured, loose, or causing pain and infection. Dental extractions are among the most common procedures performed during veterinary dental cleanings. Cats frequently need extractions for feline tooth resorption (affects 30-70% of cats over age 5) and stomatitis.
Your veterinary provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk explains that extractions are common during dental cleanings, notes that a detailed estimate cannot be provided until the cleaning and X-rays are performed, and schedules dental procedure appointments.
Your veterinary provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk explains that extractions are common during dental cleanings, notes that a detailed estimate cannot be provided until the cleaning and X-rays are performed, and schedules dental procedure appointments.
Your veterinary provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk explains that extractions are common during dental cleanings, notes that a detailed estimate cannot be provided until the cleaning and X-rays are performed, and schedules dental procedure appointments.
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