Dunn Tooth Extraction | The Teeth Doctors™

If a tooth is causing you constant pain or your dentist has told you it cannot be saved, getting it removed is often the fastest path back to feeling normal. At The Teeth Doctors in Fayetteville, NC, a short drive south of Dunn on I-95, Dr. Jeremiah Davis performs simple and surgical tooth extractions with full sedation options. You will be walked through every step, you will get a written treatment plan before you commit, and you will leave knowing exactly what comes next.

Call (910) 864-4646 to schedule a consultation.

Why Dunn-Area Patients Choose Dr. Davis for Extractions

Surgical training that closer dentists may not have

Tooth extraction is a surgical procedure, and the difference between a routine pull and a complicated one is often invisible until you are in the chair. Dr. Jeremiah Davis is one of a small number of general dentists in North Carolina who holds Diplomate-level credentials from the American Board of Oral Implantology / Implant Dentistry, plus Fellowship in the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He is also a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry, the Academy of Osseointegration, and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. These credentials reflect years of additional surgical training beyond a standard dental degree.

Dr. Davis is also a US Army veteran. The same discipline and preparation that the military rewards shows up in how he plans and performs surgical cases.

Extraction, sedation, and what comes next, all in one practice

Most tooth extractions are part of a bigger story. Is an implant going in later? Is a bone graft needed at the time of extraction to preserve the site? Is this part of a full-arch treatment plan? At The Teeth Doctors, all of these stages happen at the same office, with the same provider, on a single patient record. The 25-mile drive from Dunn is much easier than coordinating two or three different specialists in different offices.

Types of Tooth Extractions We Perform

Simple extractions

A simple extraction is the removal of a tooth that is fully erupted and visible in the mouth, with straightforward root anatomy. Dr. Davis numbs the area, gently loosens the tooth, and lifts it out. Most simple extractions are done in 15 to 30 minutes.

Surgical extractions

Surgical extractions are needed when a tooth is broken at the gumline, has fused or unusual roots, or is impacted below the gum or bone. These involve a small incision and sometimes removal of a tiny amount of bone around the tooth. Recovery is slightly more involved, but the procedure itself is controlled and predictable. This is the kind of case where advanced surgical training matters most.

Wisdom tooth removal

Third molars often cause crowding, decay in the teeth next to them, or recurrent gum infections. Dr. Davis evaluates each wisdom tooth on its own merits, recommends removal only when needed, and most often performs the procedure on all needed teeth in one visit under IV sedation.

Multiple-tooth extractions

Some patients need several teeth removed in one appointment. This is most common in cases of widespread decay, severe periodontal disease, or as the surgical phase of a full-arch implant treatment. Planning here is the difference between a smooth experience and a rough one.

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What to Expect at Your Tooth Extraction Visit

Consultation and imaging

Your first visit includes a focused exam and digital X-rays. For complex cases, a 3D cone beam scan gives Dr. Davis a clear view of the tooth, its roots, and the bone around it. This is also when sedation, medical history, and the post-extraction plan are discussed.

The day of the procedure

Plan to arrive a few minutes early. You will be brought back, numbed (and sedated if you have chosen that path), and the extraction is performed. Gauze is placed, post-op instructions are reviewed with you, and you head home. Most patients are in and out within 90 minutes.

Follow-up

A check-in is scheduled based on the complexity of your case. If a bone graft or future implant is part of your plan, you will leave with a clear timeline.

Sedation Options for Anxious Patients

If the idea of a dental procedure makes you anxious, you are in good company. Our Worry Free from A to Z approach gives you several options:

Local anesthetic alone
Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)
Oral sedation
IV sedation

Dr. Davis will recommend the level of sedation that fits your case and your comfort. Tell us during your consultation if you are nervous. The level of sedation is a discussion, not a one-size-fits-all default.

Healing and Aftercare

First 24 hours

A blood clot forms in the socket within hours. That clot is the foundation for healing, so protect it. Keep gauze in as instructed, avoid forceful rinsing, do not use straws, eat soft foods, and rest with your head slightly elevated.

Days two through seven

Swelling and soreness peak around day two and improve from there. Over-the-counter pain medicine handles most cases. Rinse gently with warm salt water starting 24 hours out. Skip smoking and hard exercise until cleared.

When to call us

Call (910) 864-4646 if you experience unusual swelling, bleeding that has not slowed after several hours, fever, or sharp pain that gets worse around day three or four. The last symptom can indicate dry socket, which is uncomfortable but easily treated.

Cost, Insurance, and Financing

Tooth extraction cost depends on the type of extraction, sedation, and any related procedures like bone grafting. Dr. Davis will provide a clear written estimate at the consultation before you commit to anything.

Most major dental insurance plans are accepted, and our team files claims on your behalf. For patients without insurance, two common options:

The Friends and Family Membership Plan covers preventive care and offers real discounts on treatment, including extractions.
CareCredit lets you spread payments over time with promotional financing periods.

If cost is a concern, please bring it up. There are almost always more options than a patient expects.

Getting Here From Dunn

The Teeth Doctors is at 6402 Yadkin Road in Fayetteville, NC 28303. The practice is about 25 miles south of Dunn, roughly a 30-minute drive.

From Dunn, take I-95 South. Stay on I-95 South for about 22 miles, then take exit 49 onto NC-24/NC-87 toward Bragg Boulevard. Follow signs for Bragg Boulevard, then turn onto Yadkin Road. The practice is on the left.

Patients coming from Buies Creek or the Campbell University area, the route is essentially the same: NC-421 to I-95 South, then follow the directions above.

Use GPS for the final approach. Our address is 6402 Yadkin Road, Fayetteville, NC 28303. Parking is on-site.

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How long does a tooth extraction take?

A simple extraction is usually 15 to 30 minutes. Surgical extractions and wisdom teeth typically run 30 to 60 minutes. Multiple-tooth cases take longer.

Will the extraction hurt?

The procedure itself should not hurt. The area is fully numbed before any instrument touches the tooth, and patients who choose IV sedation often have no memory of the procedure. Soreness once the anesthetic wears off is normal and is managed with the medication regimen you go home with.

How soon can I get back to work?

Most patients are back to desk work the next day. Physical jobs and exercise should wait several days, depending on the complexity of your case. Dr. Davis will give you a specific window at the consultation.

Will I need an implant after the extraction?

Not always. It depends on which tooth was removed, your bite, and your goals. If implant placement is on the table, the right time to start planning is before the extraction, since bone preservation steps taken at extraction time make later implant placement easier.

Do I need someone to drive me home?

Only if you have chosen oral or IV sedation. Patients with local anesthetic alone or nitrous oxide can drive themselves home.

Schedule Your Consultation

If you have a tooth that needs to come out and you live in or near Dunn, the next step is a focused consultation. We will look at the tooth, give you a written estimate, and lay out your options.

Call (910) 864-4646 or request an appointment online. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM, and Friday 10 AM to 4 PM.