Tooth Extraction in Lagos — Gentle, Safe, and Precise.
When a tooth cannot be saved, removal should be fast, gentle, and followed by the right aftercare. Our MDCN-licensed dentists perform comfortable extractions — including wisdom teeth — at our Lekki clinic.
What you need to know about this service
What happens at your appointment
Every visit at Dovers is clear, comfortable, and straightforward. Here is exactly what to expect.
Assessment & X-Ray
Your dentist examines the tooth and takes an X-ray to understand root shape, bone levels, and the best approach — minimising risk and ensuring the extraction goes smoothly.
Local Anaesthesia
The area is thoroughly numbed. You will feel pressure during the extraction but not pain. We do not proceed until you confirm you are comfortable.
Extraction
For simple extractions, the tooth is loosened using an elevator instrument and removed with forceps in one smooth motion. Surgical extractions for broken or impacted teeth are performed carefully with minimal trauma to surrounding tissue.
Aftercare & Clot Formation
Gauze is placed to control bleeding and help a clot form. You receive clear written aftercare instructions, including what to eat, what to avoid, and when to call us if needed.
Why Lagos patients choose us for this treatment
Minimally Traumatic Approach
We use careful loosening techniques and precise instruments to minimise tissue trauma — reducing post-extraction swelling, bleeding, and recovery time.
Licensed Surgeons for Complex Cases
Impacted wisdom teeth and surgical extractions at Dovers are handled by experienced clinicians — not referred out unnecessarily for routine surgical cases.
Pre-Extraction Imaging Every Time
We never extract a tooth without understanding its root anatomy from X-rays. This prevents complications like root fractures and incomplete extractions.
Clear Aftercare Guidance
You leave with written instructions and our contact number. Good aftercare prevents dry socket — the most common post-extraction complication — and we are always available if you have concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Not during the procedure — the area is fully numbed with local anaesthesia. You will feel pressure and movement but not pain. Post-extraction soreness for 2 to 3 days is normal and managed with standard pain relief.
The socket typically closes within 7 to 10 days for simple extractions. Bone remodelling continues for several months. Wisdom tooth extraction healing may take slightly longer depending on the complexity.
Soft foods are recommended for the first 24 to 48 hours. Avoid hot liquids, straws, smoking, and hard or crunchy foods that could dislodge the clot and cause dry socket.
Dry socket occurs when the blood clot in the extraction site dislodges, exposing bone and causing significant pain. Avoid smoking, spitting, straws, and vigorous rinsing for at least 48 hours after extraction. Follow your aftercare instructions carefully.
After healing, we discuss replacement options — particularly dental implants, which most closely replicate a natural tooth. A gap left untreated causes neighbouring teeth to drift over time, affecting your bite.
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Book your tooth extraction in Lagos today.
Gentle, precise extraction with clear aftercare guidance at our Lekki Phase 1 dental clinic. Same-day emergency slots available.