Why Mitchell Patients Choose Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Specialized oral surgery care, close to home in Davison County.
Convenient Mitchell Location
Our office at 1222 E 7th Ave makes expert extraction care accessible across Davison County and southeastern South Dakota — no long drive for specialist treatment.
Board-Certified Oral Surgeons
Our specialists perform routine and complex extractions every day, including teeth that are broken at the gum line or deeply impacted — skilled, trusted care for the Mitchell area.
Advanced 3D Imaging
Cutting-edge imaging maps tooth roots, nerves, and bone before treatment, so every extraction is planned with precision and your surrounding teeth are protected.
Prompt Same-Day Evaluations
When a painful, broken, or infected tooth needs attention, we prioritize timely care. Same-day consultations are available so you don’t have to wait in discomfort.
Comfort-Driven Anesthesia
Our surgeons are certified to administer all modalities of outpatient anesthesia, from local numbing to sedation, for a calm, comfortable extraction experience.
Care Close to Home
We serve patients throughout Davison County and the surrounding communities, so you can receive specialized oral surgery care without traveling far from home.
When a Tooth Extraction May Be Needed
Whenever possible, we work to save your natural teeth. But in some cases removing a tooth is the healthiest option for your long-term oral health. A tooth extraction may be recommended when:
- ●A tooth is severely decayed or broken beyond what a filling, crown, or root canal can repair
- ●Advanced gum (periodontal) disease has loosened the tooth in the supporting bone
- ●A tooth is impacted or unable to erupt properly — most often wisdom teeth
- ●Crowding needs to be relieved before or during orthodontic treatment
- ●An infection or dental abscess has not resolved with antibiotics or root canal treatment and threatens neighboring teeth and bone
Types of Tooth Extractions We Provide in Mitchell
From routine removals to complex surgical cases, our surgeons offer a full range of extraction care.
Simple Extractions
Removal of a visible tooth that can be loosened and lifted out with instruments, typically performed under local anesthesia for your comfort.
Surgical Extractions
For teeth broken at the gum line or with curved roots, the surgeon makes a small incision and, if needed, removes a little bone for precise, safe removal.
Impacted Tooth Removal
Removal of teeth trapped below the gum or bone — most often impacted wisdom teeth — to relieve pain and prevent crowding and infection.
Socket Preservation
When a replacement tooth is planned, we can place a bone graft in the empty socket to preserve healthy bone and support a future dental implant.
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What to Expect: Tooth Extraction at Our Mitchell Office
A clear, three-step process from your first appointment to a smooth recovery.
Consultation & Exam
Your surgeon reviews your medical history and examines the tooth. Advanced 3D imaging may be taken to map the roots and nearby nerves and plan a safe, precise extraction.
Comfortable Extraction
The area is thoroughly numbed, with sedation options available. Your surgeon removes the tooth gently — whether a simple lift or a minor surgical approach for an impacted tooth.
Recovery & Next Steps
You’ll receive complete aftercare instructions, and if the tooth needs replacing, your surgeon will discuss options such as dental implants in Mitchell, SD.
Aftercare Tips Following a Tooth Extraction
Protect the blood clot
Bite gently on the gauze provided, and avoid spitting, rinsing forcefully, or using straws for the first 24 hours so the clot can form and protect the socket.
Manage swelling and discomfort
Some soreness and swelling are normal. Apply ice packs in 20-minute intervals during the first 48 hours and take pain relief as directed by your surgeon.
Eat soft foods
Choose yogurt, smoothies, mashed potatoes, applesauce, and soups for the first few days, and chew away from the extraction site.
Keep the area clean
Starting the day after surgery, rinse gently with warm salt water and brush carefully around — but not directly into — the healing socket.
Avoid straws, smoking & alcohol
Suction, smoke, and alcohol can dislodge the clot and lead to a painful dry socket. Avoid all three for at least 48 to 72 hours while the site heals.
Rest and recover
Take it easy for a day or two and keep your head slightly elevated, especially while resting, to help reduce swelling.
You’ll receive a complete post-procedure care guide before leaving our office. If you notice increasing pain, significant swelling, or bleeding that doesn’t settle, call us right away — these can be signs of a dry socket or infection that we can help with.
Serving Mitchell and the Surrounding Communities
Our Mitchell office proudly welcomes patients from the following communities:
Mount Vernon
Ethan
Alexandria
Parkston
Plankinton
Salem
Davison County
Visit Our Mitchell, SD Office
Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
1222 E 7th Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301
Phone: 800-952-0066
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Tooth Extractions in Mitchell, SD: FAQs
Where is your Mitchell office located?
Our Mitchell location is at 1222 E 7th Ave, Mitchell, SD 57301. We’re open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Call 800-952-0066 to schedule your tooth extraction consultation.
Does getting a tooth extracted hurt?
The area is thoroughly numbed before your extraction, and our surgeons are certified to administer all modalities of outpatient anesthesia, including sedation. Most patients feel only mild pressure during the procedure and report manageable soreness afterward.
What is the difference between a simple and surgical extraction?
A simple extraction removes a visible tooth that can be loosened and lifted out with instruments. A surgical extraction is used for teeth that are broken at the gum line, impacted, or have curved roots, and involves a small incision for safe, precise removal.
How long does it take to recover from a tooth extraction?
Many patients feel noticeably better within a few days, with the socket continuing to heal over the following weeks. Following your aftercare instructions — protecting the clot, eating soft foods, and avoiding straws and smoking — helps ensure a smooth recovery. Your surgeon will give you a timeline specific to your case.
Schedule Your Tooth Extraction Consultation in Mitchell, SD
Don’t let a painful or damaged tooth wait. The team at Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is ready to provide gentle, expert extraction care — all close to home in Mitchell. Call 800-952-0066 to request your free consultation today.