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Tooth Extraction
Beverly Hills

Gentle tooth removal recommended only when a tooth cannot be saved, from a Beverly Hills dentist with 27 years and sedation options. Choose your dentist wisely.

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We Save the Tooth First. We Remove It Gently if We Must.

A tooth extraction in Beverly Hills should be the last step, not the first. You want to keep your natural teeth, and a good dentist fights to save them. At his office on South Beverly Drive, Dr. Joseph Goodman follows one rule above all, Respect the Tooth. Dual-trained in Germany and the United States, he uses a root canal, a crown, or a hemisection to save teeth other offices would pull. When a tooth truly cannot be saved, he removes it gently.

Too many offices pull teeth fast and sell an implant. We do the opposite. If a tooth can be saved, we save it, and we tell you honestly when it cannot. A simple extraction takes about 10 to 20 minutes, and you stay numb and comfortable the whole time. Below you will find the real reasons for an extraction, how simple and surgical removal differ, how to heal cleanly, and honest cost numbers.

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When do you need a tooth extraction?

You need a tooth extraction when a tooth cannot be saved or when it threatens the teeth around it. Severe decay, advanced gum disease, a fractured tooth, or an impacted wisdom tooth can all reach the point of removal. A simple removal takes about 10 to 20 minutes. We only pull a tooth after saving it is off the table.

Before we reach for the forceps, we look for a way to keep the tooth. A root canal saves a tooth with an infected nerve. A crown protects a weak one. A hemisection can remove the bad half of a tooth and keep the good half. We pull a tooth only when none of these will work. Dr. Goodman treats extraction as a last resort within his broader general dentistry care, removing a tooth only when it cannot be saved.

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Phone:

(310) 860-9311

Address:

241 1/2 S Beverly Dr Suite 201,
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Dr. Joseph Goodman, DDS, DMD
California License 47521

Office Hours

Monday – 9:00am – 7:30pm
Tuesday – 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday – 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday – 8:00am – 5:30pm
Friday – 8:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday & Sunday – Closed

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What are the reasons a tooth gets pulled?

Most extractions come down to a few clear reasons. A tooth is too damaged to repair, or it puts your other teeth at risk. We confirm the cause with an exam and X-ray before we recommend removal. The six reasons below cover almost every case we see.

  • Decay so deep a filling, crown, or root canal cannot save the tooth
  • Advanced gum disease, which has loosened the tooth in its socket
  • A tooth fractured or broken below the gumline
  • An impacted wisdom tooth causing pain, crowding, or infection
  • Crowding, when your orthodontist needs room to align your teeth
  • A failed root canal on a tooth beyond a second attempt

Wisdom teeth are their own story. When a third molar sits sideways or stuck under the gum, it can damage the tooth next to it. Those cases move to oral surgery for a precise, comfortable removal. We walk you through the plan before anything starts.

Simple or surgical extraction, what is the difference?

The difference comes down to the tooth. A simple extraction removes a tooth you can see, using an elevator and forceps in about 10 to 20 minutes. A surgical extraction handles a tooth below the gum or broken at the gumline, with a small incision. Both use local anesthesia, and sedation is available if you feel nervous.

Factor Simple extraction Surgical extraction
Best for A visible, fully erupted tooth An impacted or broken-below-gum tooth
How it works Loosen and lift with forceps A small incision, sometimes sectioned
Time About 10 to 20 minutes Up to about an hour
Anesthesia Local, sedation on request Local or sedation
Recovery A few days About one to two weeks

If dental visits make you tense, tell us. We offer sedation so the whole appointment feels calm and easy. Most people are surprised by how little they feel. You stay comfortable from the first numbing to the last stitch.

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How do you care for the site and avoid dry socket?

Good aftercare protects the blood clot in the socket, which is the key to clean healing. Lose the clot early and you risk a dry socket, a painful delay in healing. Dry socket affects about 2 to 5 percent of extractions, and more after wisdom teeth. Follow the steps below to keep your clot in place.

  • Bite gently on the gauze for the first hour to help the clot form
  • Skip straws for a week, since suction can pull the clot loose
  • Do not smoke, which slows healing and raises your dry socket risk
  • Stick to soft foods like yogurt, eggs, and soup for a few days
  • Rinse gently with warm salt water after the first 24 hours
  • Leave the clot alone, and do not poke the site with your tongue

Some soreness and swelling are normal for a few days, and a cold pack with over-the-counter pain relievers handles them. Call us if pain sharpens around day two or three, since sharper pain can signal a dry socket. We treat it quickly and get you comfortable again.

How much does a tooth extraction cost in Beverly Hills?

Cost depends on the tooth and the type of removal. A simple extraction runs about 75 to 300 dollars, a surgical extraction about 180 to 650, and a wisdom tooth about 250 to 1,100, more when it is impacted. Sedation and a tooth replacement add to the total. Beverly Hills runs above the national average.

Most dental plans cover a medically necessary extraction in part, and we check your benefits before any work. After a tooth comes out, a gap left open lets nearby teeth drift and the bone shrink. We plan a dental implant or a bridge to keep your bite whole. You get an honest quote up front, and we take CareCredit.

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You know the difference now. A rushed extraction can damage bone and leave you with a harder repair later. Dr. Goodman removes teeth gently and only when they truly cannot be saved, and he will tell you honestly if a root canal or crown would keep your tooth instead. Dr. Joseph Goodman DDS DMD, California License 47521, has performed gentle extractions in Beverly Hills for 27 years, serving West Hollywood, Century City, and patients from as far as the UAE and Germany. Call (310) 860-9311 or book at topbeverlyhillsdentist.com.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a tooth extraction cost?

A simple extraction runs about 75 to 300 dollars, a surgical extraction about 180 to 650, and a wisdom tooth about 250 to 1,100, higher when it is impacted. The Cleveland Clinic explains the cost rises from simple to surgical removal. Sedation and a replacement add to the total. In Beverly Hills, prices run above the national average, and we quote you after the exam.

Can a dentist pull a rotten or broken tooth?

Yes, but we try to save it first. A badly decayed or fractured tooth can often be rebuilt with a crown or a root canal. The Mayo Clinic notes a severely infected tooth is pulled only when it cannot be saved. If the damage runs too deep, we remove the tooth gently and plan a replacement so your bite stays whole.

What are the dos and don'ts after a tooth extraction?

Protect the blood clot in the socket. Do bite on the gauze, eat soft foods, and rinse gently with salt water after 24 hours. Do not use straws, smoke, or poke the site. MedlinePlus, from the NIH, advises following your dentist’s mouth-care instructions to prevent a dry socket. A little care in the first few days keeps your healing on track.

What helps a tooth extraction heal faster?

Keeping the clot in place is the biggest factor. Rest for a day, skip straws and smoking, and stick to soft foods while the socket closes. The Cleveland Clinic notes the blood clot protects the bone and nerves as the site heals. Gentle salt-water rinses and good hygiene around the area help too. Call us if pain grows instead of fading.

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The information on this page is provided to help you understand teeth whiteing and the cosmetic services Dr. Goodman provides. It is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or individualized treatment. (For personalized guidance, please schedule an appointment with our licensed dental professional.)

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