Tooth extraction in Palma de Mallorca
A tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth that can no longer be saved or is causing problems. It is done under local anaesthetic, so it doesn't hurt, and in most cases it is a quick and simple procedure.
Before extracting, we always assess whether the tooth can be saved. And if it has to come out, we plan with you how to replace it. We carry out extractions at Udemax Miramar and Emardental, in Palma, and your first visit is free.
Under local anaesthetic
Usual length of a simple extraction
For initial healing
First visit and diagnosis
Have toothache or been told a tooth needs to come out? Book an appointment
We assess the tooth, tell you whether it can be saved and, if it needs extracting, explain how and how to replace it.
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What is a tooth extraction?
It is the procedure to remove a tooth from its socket, the space in the bone where it is held. Local anaesthetic is applied and the tooth is carefully separated from the gum and bone until it is removed.
It is a last resort: whenever possible we try to keep the tooth with a filling, a root canal or a crown. But when a tooth is badly damaged or causing problems, removing it protects your health.
When is an extraction necessary?
The most common reasons are:
- Decay so deep that the tooth cannot be restored.
- An infection that cannot be resolved with a root canal.
- A tooth broken below the gum that cannot be rebuilt.
- Advanced periodontitis, with the tooth very loose.
- Wisdom teeth with no room or causing problems.
- Lack of space, as part of orthodontic treatment.
Types of tooth extraction
Depending on the position and condition of the tooth, the extraction can be:
Simple extraction
The tooth is visible and is removed without cutting the gum. It is quick and recovery is usually very straightforward.
Surgical extraction
When the tooth is broken, has difficult roots or only a root fragment remains, the gum is opened slightly and, if needed, a little bone is removed. It is closed with a few stitches.
Wisdom teeth
These are the most common extractions, especially when the tooth is inside the bone or coming through at an angle. We explain it on its own page.
Wisdom teethHow can the extracted tooth be replaced?
Dental implant
The closest solution to a natural tooth: it is placed in the bone and the neighbouring teeth are not touched. More information on dental implants.
Dental bridge
It rests on the teeth either side to replace the missing one. It is an option if those teeth already need a crown.
Removable denture
A more affordable option when several teeth are missing, which can be taken out for cleaning.
Does it always need replacing?
If the gap is visible or affects chewing, yes. If it is not replaced, the surrounding teeth can shift over time.
What is a tooth extraction like?
Assessment
We examine the tooth and take an X-ray to see the roots and bone. We explain whether it is a simple or surgical extraction and how the tooth can be replaced.
Extraction
Under local anaesthetic, we carefully remove the tooth. If needed, we place a few stitches. If you are very anxious, at Udemax Miramar we can do it under conscious sedation.
Recovery
We give you gauze to bite on and written instructions. Discomfort is usually mild and the gum heals within one to two weeks.
Aftercare following an extraction
For good healing and to avoid complications:
- Bite on the gauze for about 30 minutes so a clot forms.
- Don't rinse, spit or drink through a straw for the first 24 hours.
- Apply cold to the outside of your face on and off for the first few hours.
- Eat soft, lukewarm food and chew on the other side.
- Don't smoke in the following days: tobacco is the main cause of dry socket.
- Brush as normal, but gently next to the extraction site.
What is dry socket?
It is the most common complication after an extraction: the clot protecting the socket is lost or breaks down, leaving the bone exposed. It shows up as intense pain that appears two to four days later, instead of improving, often with a bad taste in the mouth.
It is prevented by following the aftercare, especially not smoking or rinsing hard. If you notice this pain, call us: it is treated at the clinic and eases quickly.
Who will treat you
Extractions are carried out by our oral surgery team, with Dr Emilio Martínez-Almoyna Rifá and Dr Maria Morro.
Where we carry out extractions
We carry out tooth extractions at two of our clinics in Palma: Udemax Miramar and Emardental.
Oral surgery
Udemax Miramar
Outpatient department, Hospital Juaneda Miramar
Camí de la Vileta, 30 · 07011 Palma
- Monday to Thursday
- 9:00–13:00 · 16:00–20:00
- Friday
- 9:00–20:00
By car
Paid parking at the Hospital Juaneda Miramar car park, a one-minute walk away, plus street parking. There is also free parking on Camí de la Vileta, about a 10-minute walk away.
Go to the car parkBy bus
EMT bus routes 6, 8 and 29, stopping at "Policlínica", in front of the hospital.
View bus routeBy taxi
Taxi ranks at Camí de la Vileta, 51 and Carrer de Pasqual Ribot, 1.
Oral surgery
Emardental
Carrer d’Alfons el Magnànim, 2, ground floor
Bons Aires · 07004 Palma
- Monday to Thursday
- 9:00–13:00 · 16:00–20:00
- Friday
- 9:00–13:00
By car
Street parking and the Santa Pagesa underground pay car park (Carrer d’Ausiàs March, 26), a 4-minute walk away. There is also a pay car park at s’Escorxador, about a 5-minute walk away.
Go to the car parkBy bus
EMT bus routes 12, 20, 24 and 40, stopping at "Pl. d’Abú Yahya", "Alfons el Magnànim" or "31 de desembre".
View bus routeBy taxi
Taxi rank at Plaça d’Abú Yahya, 2.
Frequently asked questions about tooth extraction
Does a tooth extraction hurt?
Not during the procedure, as it is done under local anaesthetic. Afterwards there may be some discomfort for a few days, which is managed with painkillers.
How long does an extraction take?
A simple extraction usually takes 20 to 40 minutes. A surgical one may take a little longer.
How long does it take to heal?
The gum heals within one to two weeks. The bone takes a few months to fill the socket completely.
What can I eat after an extraction?
On the first day, soft, lukewarm or cold food: purées, yoghurt, lukewarm soup or omelette. Avoid very hot, hard, spicy or seedy food, and chew on the other side.
When can I smoke again?
Ideally don’t smoke for at least the following few days, as tobacco is the main cause of dry socket. The longer you wait, the better.
Can I exercise afterwards?
Rest that day and avoid intense exercise for a day or two, so the clot is not dislodged.
Do you carry out extractions on children?
Yes. We remove baby teeth at Arcdental, our children’s dental clinic. More information on paediatric dentistry.
How much does a tooth extraction cost in Palma?
It depends on whether it is simple or surgical. At your free first visit we assess the tooth and give you a detailed quote.