Teeth may need to be removed or extracted when they have suffered from an injury or infection that leaves them unable to be repaired, either because of tooth decay, trauma or severe gum disease.
We will always conduct a full check-up of the tooth and your mouth before we suggest the removal of a tooth as being the only viable option, and we will also talk to you about what choices you have to close the gap left behind once the tooth is removed.
Our dentists are really good at removing even the more difficult and broken down teeth.
At our sister practice in Cambridge, we are also able to offer you advanced treatments like wisdom tooth removal and sedation if you are nervous. We can organise a referral to our team there if you feel that having your tooth out under sedation would be better if you are very nervous.
Frequently asked questions
What happens after a tooth is taken out?
We can talk about different ways of having the gap closed depending on where the gap is, how many teeth are missing and what your budget is. Options include bridges, dentures and implants.
I don’t want to have a gap at all – can you put something in straight after removing the tooth?
Yes, we can give you a temporary bridge or denture to close the gap immediately, but it does come with some cosmetic compromises. The dentist can talk you through all the details if you wish to have this option.
Will it hurt?
Once we get you numbed up, it will not. Of course, you will feel some movement, but it shouldn’t hurt. If you are really nervous, we can refer you to our practice in Cambridge to have the tooth out under sedation.
“Exceptional dental care at Huntingdon Smiles. I recently had the pleasure of visiting Huntingdon Smiles for a check-up, and I was thoroughly impressed. The entire… ”
Chloe C
“From the moment we arrived until we left, the standard of service, friendliness and competence of the dentist was second to none. The decor was… ”
Maria P
“I had a very good experience. Everyone was very friendly, polite and approachable. I am very happy to finally have an NHS dentist! ”
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“Lovely 1st visit to Huntingdon Smiles. It was a very pleasant clinic. The staff are polite and professional. What a miracle to find an NHS… ”
Pearl B
“Extremely friendly staff, very welcoming, with clear information from the dentist about what would happen during the visit. Nice, clean, modern facilities. Very impressed. ”
Matthew M
“Amazing experience. I was very nervous about dentists but was immediately reassured by Stevan and the team. Beautiful premises, clean, new and surprisingly relaxing! ”
Nicole B
“I had a very friendly and warm welcome on my first visit. Stevan was lovely and explained everything to me that needed to be done,… ”
Margaret K
“I had not been to a dentist in approximately 20 years. I found the practice to be very welcoming. The orthodontist was great and not… ”
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“I just had my first visit to Huntingdon Smiles. Wow, the dentist was fantastic. The receptionist was polite and friendly, making you feel welcome. ”
What an asset to Huntingdon and beyond. A Dentist who was taking on new NHS patients and whom my wife and I were lucky enough to be signed with.So from my initial phone call to populating the Practice Form to my first appointment was very easy and painless.Being greeted in the Practice by the lovely, friendly and chatty receptionist, Chloe was smashing. Chloe's infectious smile was captivating and certainly befits the Practice name, SMILES.Then in to meet my designated dentist, again lovely who introduced herself to me and who I have to say, was so easy to get on with.We had a chat about some of my health history and then it was down to business. So after a poking and prodding and a few wiggles of a couple of my loose teeth, I will be going back for a follow up chat and any subsequent treatment.Visiting here today was such a great time, usually we all hate visiting any dentist but I was pleasantly surprised and I was not phased or nervous at all during my visit. That's down to the friendliness and professionalism of all the staff. I have since been back to the dentist for a follow up appointment and walking into the reception and seeing the lovely smiling Chloe again shows that the first time I met her and seeing that smile wasn't a fluke, Chloe is genuinely that nice and ever so friendly. Smiles have got it all, a happy, friendly receptionist, friendly staff and ever so much friendly dentists. We are going to enjoy being patients in this practice.So to sum up my review of this Dental Practice, Excellent and whether you are NHS or Private Patients of this Dental Practice you know you are in good hands.Thanks Chloe, (the Face and Smile of the Practice) ☺️, you're the best.
The interior was stunning (bonus), the team all very welcoming and polite. The dentist took time to explain everything in detail and was very good with my child.
What an asset to Huntingdon and beyond. A Dentist who is/was taking on new NHS patients, (subject to their waiting list capacity) and whom my wife and I were lucky enough to be signed with.So from my initial phone call to populating the Practice Form to my first appointment was very easy and painless.Being greeted in the Practice by the lovely, friendly and chatty receptionist, Chloe was smashing. Chloe's infectious smile was captivating and certainly befits the Practice name, SMILES.Then in to meet my designated dentist, again lovely who introduced herself to me and who I have to say, was so easy to get on with.We had a chat about some of my health history and then it was down to business. So after a poking and prodding and a few wiggles of a couple of my loose teeth, I will be going back for a follow up chat and any subsequent treatment.Visiting here today was such a great time, usually we all hate visiting any dentist but I was pleasantly surprised and I was not phased or nervous at all during my visit. That's down to the friendliness and professionalism of all the staff.So to sum up my review of this Dental Practice, Excellent and whether you are NHS or Private Patients of this Dental Practice you know you are in good hands.Thanks Chloe, (the Face and Smile of the Practice) ☺️, you're the best.
When i first applied at Smiles i was met with kindness and professionalismAnd when i attended my appointmentthe same with my Dentist and her colleagues i feel lucky and blesseddefinitely recommend a great team andfirst class professional practice
Extremely friendly staff, very welcoming with clear information from the dentist about what would happen during the visit. Nice clean modern facilities. Very impressed.
The moment we arrived until we left the standard of service, friendliness and competence of the dentist was second to none. The decor was also very impressive. Could not rate this dentist higher
A very friendly and warm welcome on my first visit stevan was lovely and explained everything to me that needs to be done made me feel at ease with some funny little banter in between 😊 so glad to be part of this practice now and being NHS is amazing 👏 keep up the good work everyone
Lovely 1st visit to Huntingdon Smiles. Very pleasant clinic. Staff are polite and professional. What a miracle to find an NHS dentist in the county. Hopefully they’ll stay treating NHS patients and we won’t be expected to transfer to their private patients list.
Exceptional Dental Care at Huntingdon Smiles.I recently had the pleasure of visiting Huntingdon Smiles for a check-up, and I was thoroughly impressed. The entire experience was fantastic. From the warm welcome at reception to the gentle and professional care from the dentist, I felt completely at ease.The practice itself is modern, clean, and inviting. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about providing the best possible care for their patients. I was particularly impressed with the clear and concise explanations of the procedures, and the emphasis on preventative care.I highly recommend Huntingdon Smiles to anyone looking for a top-quality dental practice in the area. They truly deserve their 5-star rating!"Now looking forward to my visit with the hygienist!