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Best Tooth Extraction Dentists in Lake Station, IN (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for tooth extractions: NorthShore Health Centers, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; evening hours.

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3 Lake Station clinics list tooth extractions and are ranked here by service score. 1 opens after 6pm. None list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 3 extraction dentists in Lake Station at a glance

Top 3 extraction dentists in Lake Station at a glance
RankClinicService score
1NorthShore Health Centers47
2Reliable Dental Center37
3Secure Dental - Lake Station33

The 3 best extraction dentists in Lake Station, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

Scores below: based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 for extraction in Lake Station

    #1 NorthShore Health Centers

    3099 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405, United States

    47/100

    Ranked #1 for tooth extractions in Lake Station: evening hours.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue 10:30 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dental services are available with an emphasis on children and prevention. Dental services are also offered at the Stacy McKay Health & Education Center located at Portage High School East, the Merrillville Center and our newest location in Hammond. All staff members are excellent clinicians with outstanding credentials and extensive experience in family dentistry. As a non-profit, we can provide care to everyone including the underinsured and uninsured patients who need it.…

    From NorthShore Health Centers's own description. Not part of the ranking.
  2. #3 Secure Dental - Lake Station

    3820 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405

    33/100

    Ranked #3 for tooth extractions in Lake Station on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    At Secure Dental, we want to be your first choice when you’re looking for excellent dental care in Lake Station, IN. Our team specializes in general, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry, ensuring that when you’re looking for treatments, services, and care in the Lake Station area that meets your needs, you’ll find everything you need here! We are committed to not only caring for your smile but creating reasons for you to smile in the process; our philosophy at…

    From Secure Dental - Lake Station's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Lake Station

Clinics that list same-day or emergency care, or post Saturday, Sunday or after-6 PM hours. Severe swelling or bleeding: go to a hospital.

What is a tooth extraction?

A tooth extraction removes a tooth that is badly damaged, infected, crowded or loose. A simple extraction removes a visible tooth with instruments. A surgical extraction may involve a small incision or removing bone to reach a broken or impacted tooth.

Tooth extraction: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists do most simple extractions and many surgical ones. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons handle complex cases, such as deeply impacted teeth, teeth close to nerves, or patients who need IV sedation or general anesthesia.

None of Lake Station's 3 clinics offering tooth extractions list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. See oral surgeons in Lake Station

How much does a tooth extraction cost in Lake Station?

Typical ranges in USD for Lake Station, IN. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a tooth extraction cost in Lake Station?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Simple extraction, per tooth$85–$280DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Indiana—
Surgical extraction, per tooth$170–$680DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Indiana—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full tooth extraction cost guide for Lake Station

What to expect from a tooth extraction

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

A tooth extraction: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsUsually 1 visit, plus a follow-up if needed
Chair timeAbout 20–40 minutes for a simple extraction; longer for surgical ones
RecoveryMost people feel better within 3–7 days; full gum healing takes a few weeks
When to see a specialistImpacted or broken teeth, teeth near the sinus or nerves, medical conditions that complicate surgery, or when sedation is needed

How we ranked Lake Station extraction dentists

We scored 3 Lake Station clinics offering tooth extractions on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 2 were excluded (2 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Lake Station data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Tooth extractions in Lake Station: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth extraction dentist in Lake Station?

NorthShore Health Centers ranks #1 of 3 Lake Station clinics offering tooth extractions by DentistsRanked service score. It has evening hours. Reliable Dental Center ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much does a tooth extraction cost in Lake Station, IN?

A tooth extraction in Lake Station typically costs $200–$700 USD. By type: simple extraction, per tooth $85–$280; surgical extraction, per tooth $170–$680. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Indiana. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Lake Station do tooth extractions?

Yes. None of the 3 Lake Station clinics offering tooth extractions list an oral surgeon on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: impacted or broken teeth, teeth near the sinus or nerves, medical conditions that complicate surgery, or when sedation is needed.

Is a tooth extraction covered by insurance or Medicaid in Indiana?

Many dental insurance plans cover extractions as basic care, often at 70–80% after the deductible. Surgical extractions may be billed at a different rate. Medicaid commonly covers medically necessary extractions; adult benefits vary by state.

Does a tooth extraction hurt?

The area is numbed with local anesthetic, so most patients feel pressure rather than sharp pain during an extraction. Soreness and swelling for a few days afterward are common. Your dentist will give aftercare instructions, and pain that gets worse after day three should be checked.

How many dentists offer tooth extractions in Lake Station?

3 Lake Station clinics list tooth extractions in our data. 0 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Lake Station

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.
  2. : 2 duplicate listings merged.