Dental Surgery
Surgical Extraction
Surgical removal of a tooth requiring incision or bone removal
Is it safe?
Your hospital holds the same JCI accreditation as Cleveland Clinic and Johns Hopkins. Verified by TEMOS for international patient safety.
Will the price change?
Your price is locked before you book. Surgery, hospital, hotel, transfers, aftercare — one number, no extras.
What if something goes wrong?
Mandatory insurance required by Turkish law. If a revision is needed — flights, hospital, surgeon — covered. You never pay twice.
Who's my surgeon?
Confirmed before you pay. Full credentials, specialisation, and patient results shared upfront. No last-minute switch.
What happens after I fly home?
24/7 WhatsApp with your coordinator. Scheduled video check-ups with your surgeon. 12 months, not 12 days.
Medical References
- [1]International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2023). Guided bone regeneration techniques achieve successful implant placement in 95% of cases with severe bone deficiency, eliminating the need for iliac crest grafts. doi:10.1016/j.ijom.2023.02.008
What is Surgical Extraction?
Surgical tooth extraction is a procedure used to remove teeth that cannot be taken out with standard forceps alone, typically because the tooth is broken at the gum line, has curved or fused roots, or is partially embedded in bone. The dentist makes a small incision in the gum and may remove a small amount of bone to access the tooth safely. At MedProper Istanbul, surgical extractions are performed with precision by experienced oral surgeons.
How Does Surgical Extraction Work?
- 1A periapical or panoramic X-ray evaluates root anatomy, bone density, and proximity to nerves.
- 2Local anaesthesia (or sedation if multiple teeth) ensures complete comfort.
- 3A small gum flap is raised to expose the tooth and surrounding bone.
- 4If necessary, a small amount of bone is removed or the tooth is sectioned into pieces for safer removal.
- 5The socket is cleaned, bone edges smoothed, and the gum flap sutured closed.
Who is a Good Candidate for Surgical Extraction?
- Patients with teeth broken off at or below the gum line
- Individuals with teeth that have severely curved, dilacerated, or fused roots
- Those with teeth ankylosed (fused) to the jawbone
- Patients requiring removal of retained root tips from a previous incomplete extraction
Why Choose Surgical Extraction at MedProper?
Safe Removal of Difficult Teeth
Surgical technique allows controlled, precise extraction even in complex anatomical situations.
Reduced Fracture Risk
By sectioning the tooth and removing bone obstructions, the surgeon minimises the risk of jaw fracture or root tip breakage.
Experienced Surgeons
MedProper's oral surgeons handle complex extractions routinely, ensuring efficient and safe outcomes.
Affordable Surgical Care
At EUR 100 per tooth, surgical extraction at MedProper is dramatically less expensive than in Western Europe.
What is the Recovery Timeline?
Days 1-2
Swelling and Soreness
Moderate swelling and discomfort peak around 48 hours. Ice packs, rest, and prescribed medication manage symptoms. Eat soft foods only.
Days 3-7
Progressive Healing
Swelling subsides. Stitches dissolve or are removed. Gentle saltwater rinses keep the area clean. Gradually reintroduce firmer foods.
Weeks 2-4
Gum Closure
The surgical site closes and new tissue fills the extraction socket. Full bone healing continues beneath the surface over several months.
Quick Facts
Duration
20-45 minutes
Hospital Stay
Outpatient clinic
Recovery
3-7 days
Permanence
Permanent (tooth removed)
Anaesthesia
Local (sedation available)
Results Visible
Immediate
Frequently Asked Questions
If the tooth cannot be grasped directly with forceps because it is broken, impacted, or root-complex, a gum incision and sometimes bone removal are needed. This makes it a surgical extraction.
During the procedure, no. You are fully anaesthetised. After the procedure, there is typically more swelling and soreness than a simple extraction, but this is manageable with medication and resolves within a week.
Most patients feel comfortable resuming desk work the next day. Avoid strenuous exercise for 3-5 days. Full social recovery takes about a week.
In some cases, yes. Immediate implant placement can be planned if the bone and surgical situation allow. Your MedProper surgeon will advise during consultation.
Last medically reviewed: April 2026
Quick Facts
- Duration
- 20-45 minutes
- Hospital Stay
- Outpatient clinic
- Recovery
- 3-7 days
- Permanence
- Permanent (tooth removed)
- Anaesthesia
- Local (sedation available)
- Results Visible
- Immediate
What's Included
- Private hospital stay
- Hotel for the nights in your plan
- VIP airport transfers
- Compulsory medical-tourism insurance
- All medications & dressings
- Compression garments
- 12-month follow-up care
- 24/7 patient coordinator
Where Your Surgery Takes Place
A JCI & TEMOS-Accredited Hospital in Istanbul
Your procedure is performed at a 45,000 m² state-of-the-art hospital with 12 operating rooms, advanced surgical technology, and VIP patient suites. International accreditations ensure the highest standards of patient safety and care.
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