Last updated: October 2026
In Ontario, a simple tooth extraction typically costs about $150 to $350 per tooth, and a surgical extraction about $250 to $800 per tooth. The exam and x-ray needed beforehand usually add about $50 to $150 if you don’t already have recent ones. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) covers both simple and surgical extractions without preauthorization, and most private plans cover them as a basic service.
Below: what changes the price, what’s covered, and what to budget if the tooth needs to be replaced.
Tooth Extraction Cost in Ontario at a Glance
| Type of extraction | Typical cost (before insurance) |
|---|---|
| Simple extraction (visible tooth, removed with forceps) | $150 – $350 per tooth |
| Each additional tooth in the same area, same visit | Usually less than the first |
| Surgical extraction (broken at the gum line, curved roots, needs a small incision) | $250 – $800 per tooth |
| Removing a remaining root tip | About $150 – $450 |
| Emergency exam + x-ray (if needed) | About $50 – $150 |
| Nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”) | Ask for a quote |
| IV sedation (usually at an oral surgeon) | About $400 – $900 |
| Wisdom teeth | See our wisdom teeth cost guide → |
Typical 2026 ranges from published Canadian and Ontario cost guides. Fees vary between offices and with how complex the tooth is. Your exact fee is confirmed after an exam and x-ray.
Simple vs Surgical Extraction: Why the Price Is So Different
A simple extraction is for a tooth that is fully visible above the gum. Your dentist numbs the area, loosens the tooth and removes it in one piece. It usually takes 30 to 60 minutes, including numbing.
A surgical extraction is needed when the tooth can’t simply be lifted out, for example when:
- The tooth has broken off at or below the gum line
- The roots are curved, long or fused to the bone
- The tooth is partly or fully under the gum (common with wisdom teeth)
- A previous root canal has made the tooth brittle
Surgical removal may involve a small opening in the gum, removing a little bone, or dividing the tooth into sections. It takes longer and usually needs stitches, so it costs more.
Other things that change the price:
- Which tooth. Molars have two or three roots and generally cost more than front teeth.
- Infection. An abscess may need antibiotics or extra appointments first.
- Sedation. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation or IV sedation are billed separately.
- Who does it. Most extractions are done by your general dentist. Complex cases are referred to an oral surgeon, whose fees are usually higher.
Is It Cheaper to Pull a Tooth or Save It?
Pulling a tooth almost always costs less on the day. Over the following years, it’s often the more expensive option, because a missing tooth usually needs to be replaced. Without a replacement, the teeth around the gap can drift and tilt, and chewing shifts to the other side.
| Option | Typical cost in Ontario | What you end up with |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction only | $150 – $800 | A gap |
| Root canal + crown (saves the tooth) | About $1,700 – $3,600 for a molar | Your own tooth |
| Extraction + dental implant | About $4,500 – $5,000 for the implant (some cases $3,000 – $6,500+) | A fixed, permanent replacement |
| Extraction + 3-unit bridge | About $2,000 – $4,300 for the bridge | A fixed replacement attached to the teeth beside it |
| Extraction + partial denture | About $500 – $2,500 for the denture | A removable replacement |
If the tooth can be saved, saving it is usually the better long-term choice. When a tooth is cracked through the root, very loose from gum disease, or too broken down to restore, extraction is the right call.
More detail: Root canal cost in Ontario · Dental crown cost · Dental implant cost · Dentures cost
Does CDCP or Insurance Cover Tooth Extractions?
Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
Yes. CDCP covers simple and surgical extractions under oral surgery, and no preauthorization is needed. What you pay depends on your adjusted family net income:
| Adjusted family net income | CDCP pays | Your co-payment |
|---|---|---|
| Under $70,000 | 100% of the CDCP fee | 0% |
| $70,000 – $79,999 | 60% | 40% |
| $80,000 – $89,999 | 40% | 60% |
CDCP pays according to its own fee grid. If a dentist’s fee is higher, you may owe the difference, so ask for an estimate first. Nitrous oxide and oral sedation are covered when there’s a clinical reason. IV sedation and general anaesthesia need preauthorization.
Not sure if you qualify? CDCP eligibility explained → · What CDCP covers →
Private dental insurance
Most employer plans list extractions as a basic service, often covered at 70% to 100% after any deductible. Surgical extractions and sedation may be covered at a different rate. We can send a pre-treatment estimate to your insurer so you know your share before the appointment.
Does OHIP cover tooth extraction?
Generally no, when it’s done in a dental office. OHIP may cover some dental surgery done in a hospital for medical reasons. Children and teens in low-income families may qualify for Healthy Smiles Ontario.
What Happens During a Tooth Extraction
- Exam and x-ray. We look at the roots and the bone around the tooth, and check whether the tooth can be saved.
- Numbing. The area is fully numbed with local anaesthetic. You’ll feel pressure but shouldn’t feel sharp pain.
- Removal. The tooth is gently loosened and removed. For a surgical extraction, this may include a small incision and a few stitches.
- Gauze and instructions. You bite on gauze to help a blood clot form, and go home with written aftercare instructions.
If you feel nervous, we offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas). It wears off within minutes, so most people can drive themselves home afterward.
Recovery After a Tooth Extraction
| When | What to expect |
|---|---|
| First 24 hours | Mild bleeding and some swelling. Bite on gauze, rest, use ice on your cheek and eat soft, cool foods |
| Days 2–3 | Swelling peaks and then goes down. Start gentle salt-water rinses |
| Days 3–7 | Most people feel close to normal |
| 1–2 weeks | The gum closes over the socket |
| A few months | The bone underneath finishes healing, which is when an implant is often placed |
Avoid for the first few days: smoking or vaping, drinking through a straw, spitting forcefully and very hot drinks. All of these can dislodge the clot and cause a dry socket: pain that gets worse instead of better 2 to 4 days after the extraction. If that happens, call us. It’s quick to treat. Read more about dry socket →
Tooth Extraction Near Bells Corners, Nepean and Kanata
Bells Corners Dental Studio is at 2150 Robertson Road, Unit 9, in Nepean, with free parking right outside. We’re a short drive from:
- Kanata: about 10 minutes via Highway 417 or Robertson Road
- Stittsville: about 15 minutes
- Barrhaven: about 15–20 minutes via Greenbank or Cedarview
- Centrepointe, Craig Henry and Qualicum: about 5–10 minutes
- Richmond and Carp: about 20 minutes
Before any extraction, we’ll take an x-ray, explain whether the tooth can be saved, and give you a written estimate, including what replacing the tooth would cost. We offer nitrous oxide for nervous patients, accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan, and direct bill most insurers. If a tooth is very complex, we’ll refer you to a trusted Ottawa oral surgeon.
Have a painful or broken tooth?
Book an exam and we’ll tell you whether it can be saved, and exactly what each option costs.
Book Online Call or Text (613) 421-2222 Tooth Extractions2150 Robertson Rd, Unit 9, Nepean, ON K2H 9S1 · CDCP accepted · Direct billing
In pain right now? See what to do in a dental emergency in Ottawa →
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to pull a tooth in Ontario?
A simple extraction usually costs about $150 to $350 per tooth. A surgical extraction costs about $250 to $800 per tooth. An exam and x-ray may be extra.
Does CDCP cover tooth extractions?
Yes. CDCP covers simple and surgical extractions without preauthorization. You may pay a co-payment based on your family income, plus any difference between the dentist’s fee and the CDCP fee.
Does OHIP cover tooth extraction?
Generally no, when done in a dental office. OHIP may cover some dental surgery done in a hospital for medical reasons.
Is it cheaper to pull a tooth or get a root canal?
Pulling a tooth costs less upfront. But replacing the missing tooth with an implant or bridge usually costs more than a root canal and crown, so saving the tooth is often cheaper over the long run.
What is the difference between a simple and a surgical extraction?
A simple extraction removes a fully visible tooth with forceps. A surgical extraction is needed when the tooth is broken at the gum line, has difficult roots or is under the gum, and may need a small incision and stitches.
How long does it take to recover from a tooth extraction?
Most people feel close to normal within 3 to 7 days. The gum closes over the socket in about 1 to 2 weeks.
Do I need to replace a pulled tooth?
Wisdom teeth usually don’t need to be replaced. For other teeth, a replacement such as an implant, bridge or partial denture is usually recommended so the teeth around the gap don’t shift.
Sources
- Government of Canada, CDCP Dental Benefits Guide
- Government of Canada, CDCP co-payments
- Government of Ontario, Healthy Smiles Ontario
- RealDentalCosts, Tooth extraction cost in Canada
- Cleveland Clinic, Tooth extraction
Prices are typical ranges for general information and are not a quote. Your cost is confirmed after an exam and x-ray. This article is not a substitute for professional dental advice.
