--- title: Is tooth extraction painful? description: Angela Cowell, dentist at The Campbell Clinic in Nottingham, discusses what to expect when having a tooth extracted and what can be done to minimise the discomfort for patients. image: https://offer.campbell-clinic.co.uk/hubfs/5345F121-926C-4D4C-8AE3-9AFF311C5086.jpeg --- - [ Book Here! ](https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=WJH8e1Qngk25JAMiir601f1RzfxH-69PsIaGJ-DnCzVUOEdBU0JZNzRFRFRHUTNCWVAzOVlIRkFEWi4u) # Blog # Is tooth extraction painful? We understand that people will be concerned about having a tooth out, but we can get the area completely numb and test around the area beforehand to make sure that you're happy.   What you will feel is that there's a little bit of pressure while we're taking the tooth out and also if we need to remove it surgically, you'll feel a little bit of water and a little bit of vibration, similar to having a filling.   In terms of managing any pain or discomfort, we prefer you to take some pain relief beforehand which really helps and also follow our post-operative instructions that really help the area heal well afterwards.   ## [Angela Cowell](https://offer.campbell-clinic.co.uk/blog/author/angela-cowell) Angela qualified as a dentist from Newcastle University in 2002. She later graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2004. Angela is particularly interested in dental implants and has previously attended The Campbell Academy courses to learn advanced techniques in this field. ### Contact ![cp-logo](https://offer.campbell-clinic.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/cp-logo.png?width=165&height=48&name=cp-logo.png) - The Campbell Clinic Edwalton Business Park  Landmere Lane Edwalton Nottingham NG12 4JL - Telephone: [0115 982 3913](tel:01159823913) - Email: [info@campbell-clinic.co.uk](mailto:info@campbell-clinic.co.uk) [Book Your Appointment](https://www.campbell-clinic.co.uk/book-your-appointment) Copyright © 2026 The Campbell Clinic [**](https://www.facebook.com/thecampbellclinic/) [**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLwLyiv-SSa0lvzbFQTmYVw) [**](https://twitter.com/ColinCampbellFA) [**](https://www.instagram.com/thecampbellclinicnottingham/?hl=en-gb)