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Best Tooth Extraction Dentists in Memphis, TN (2026)

63 clinics offering tooth extractions, rankedUpdated 2 oral surgeons0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for tooth extractions: Martha Wells, DDS, MS, ranked #1 of 63 by service score; an oral surgeon on staff, 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews, emergency visits and evening hours.

  2. 16

    Best specialist (oral surgeon): Fordjour, Isaac DDS, an oral surgeon on staff, 4.4★ from 17 Google reviews, 2 of 17 collected reviews mention tooth extractions.

  3. 4

    Best for same-day pain relief: Whitehaven Dental Care, emergency visits.

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63 Memphis clinics list tooth extractions and are ranked here by service score. 2 list an oral surgeon, 2 offer same-day or emergency visits and 9 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them.

Top 10 extraction dentists in Memphis at a glance

Top 10 extraction dentists in Memphis at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Same-day
1Martha Wells, DDS, MS84Yes (oral surgeon)5.0★ (1)Yes
2Balgowlah Dental clinic73———
3Covington Pike Dental Clinic73———
4Whitehaven Dental Care72——Yes
5A C Dental67———
6CDS Dental Studio67———
7Dr. Amelya Hardaway67———
8East Memphis Dental Care67———
9Herring Dental67———
10Highland Park Dental Center67———

The 63 best extraction dentists in Memphis, 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.

  4. #4 Whitehaven Dental Care

    1273 E Raines Rd, Memphis, TN 38116

    72/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #4 for tooth extractions in Memphis: emergency visits and evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    • Emergency care
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–3 PM · Wed 12 AM–12 AM · Thu closed · Fri 9:30 AM–4 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Whitehaven Dental CareFull profile(901) 398-6435

  17. #17 Dove Family Dentistry - Riverdale

    5144 Riverdale Rd Suite 106, Memphis, TN 38141, United States

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for tooth extractions in Memphis: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–5 PM · Tue closed · Wed 11 AM–7 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dove Family Dentistry - RiverdaleFull profile(901) 530-1037
    In their words

    Welcome to Dove Family Dentistry. At our Memphis office located at 5144 Riverdale Road, Suite 106, Dr. Anthony Polk is dedicated to creating beautiful, long lasting smiles and maintaining the oral health of our patients. We deliver the highest quality general, restorative and cosmetic dental care in an atmosphere of warmth, kindness and respect.Whether your dental needs require a complete exam and cleaning, a full mouth restoration or anything in between, we promise to…

    From Dove Family Dentistry - Riverdale's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  18. #18 AmeriPlan Dental Health Vision Prescription and Chiropractic

    555 TN-14, Memphis, TN 38101, United States

    53/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #18 for tooth extractions in Memphis: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–8 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at AmeriPlan Dental Health Vision Prescription and ChiropracticFull profile(888) 670-5190

  19. #19 Dove Family Dentistry - Covington Pike

    3030 Covington Pike #150, Memphis, TN 38128, United States

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #19 for tooth extractions in Memphis: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dove Family Dentistry - Covington PikeFull profile(901) 310-1441
    In their words

    At Dove Family Dentistry, we are proud to provide Memphis, TN and surrounding community families with exemplary dental care in an up-scale, comfortable environment.Using state-of-the-art dental technology, Dr. Joseph Dove, our dental associates and our highly-trained Dove team strive to ensure each visit to our office is an enjoyable one. We offer the most advanced dental procedures and treatments available to provide a lifetime of healthy, beautiful smiles for your family.

    From Dove Family Dentistry - Covington Pike's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Generational Smiles

    4205 Hacks Cross Rd #118, Memphis, TN 38125

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for tooth extractions in Memphis: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–6 PM · Tue 8 AM–4 PM · Wed 10 AM–6 PM · Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat 8 PM–12 AM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Generational SmilesFull profile(901) 509-2353

  23. #23 Global Dental Center

    3725 Riverdale Rd, Memphis, TN 38115

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for tooth extractions in Memphis: Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–6 PM · Tue closed · Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Global Dental CenterFull profile(901) 527-5359

  24. #24 Dynamic Dental Smiles-Midtown

    1451 Union Ave # 130, Memphis, TN 38104

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for tooth extractions in Memphis: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

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

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dynamic Dental Smiles-MidtownFull profile(901) 272-1065

  25. #25 All Smiles & Wellness

    4520 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for tooth extractions in Memphis: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at All Smiles & WellnessFull profile(901) 332-8080

All 63 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #63, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Scott Edwards DDS37
27The University of Tennessee Health Science Center :College of Dentistry37
28Wohrman Dental Group37
29Children's Dental Center - Midtown37
30Dental Partners - White Station37
31Miles Moore, D.D.S. - Memphis Center For Family and Cosmetic Dentistry37
32Main Street Dental37
33The Dental Connection37
34Bellano Dental Health - Bartlett - Appling North37
35Dental Excellence PC37
36Downtown Dentist37
37Crosstown Dental Group37
38Towne Center Pediatric and Adolescent Health Services37
39Southwind Dental Care37
40Bellano Dental Health - Bartlett - Appling South37
41Dental Partners - Brookhaven37
42Raleigh Dental Group37
43Hall Christal J DDS37
44Dental Health Corp Of Memphis37
45Grove Park Dental Group37
46Imperial Dental PLLC37
47Contagious Smiles(Formerly NOLA Dental Clinic)37
48Comfort Zone Dental Center,LLC37
49Firestone Dental Group, P.L.L.C33
50Smile Bright with Jesse33
51Broad Avenue Dental Center33
52Christ Community Dental Clinic33
53Audubon Dental Group33
54Higginbotham Family Dental in Memphis, TN in Harbor Town33
55American Family Dentistry - Kirbe Quince33
56Mid-South Dental Center33
57Bartlett Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics33
58Uptown Dental Center LLC33
59Paradigm Dental Center33
60Perfect Smile Dentistry33
61Chelsea Dental Clinic33
62Hickory Hill Family Dentistry33
63Life-Smiles Dental Care33

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Emergency and weekend dentists in Memphis

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.

2 of Memphis's 63 clinics offering tooth extractions have an oral surgeon on staff. See oral surgeons in Memphis

How much does a tooth extraction cost in Memphis?

Typical ranges in USD for Memphis, TN. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does a tooth extraction cost in Memphis?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Simple extraction, per tooth$85–$280DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—
Surgical extraction, per tooth$170–$660DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee—

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

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 Memphis extraction dentists

We scored 63 Memphis clinics offering tooth extractions on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 7 were excluded (7 duplicate listings). 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 Memphis data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
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 Memphis: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth extraction dentist in Memphis?

Martha Wells, DDS, MS ranks #1 of 63 Memphis clinics offering tooth extractions by DentistsRanked service score. It has an oral surgeon on staff and 5.0★ from 1 Google reviews. Balgowlah Dental clinic 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 Memphis, TN?

A tooth extraction in Memphis typically costs $196–$686 USD. By type: simple extraction, per tooth $85–$280; surgical extraction, per tooth $170–$660. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Tennessee. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Memphis do tooth extractions?

Yes. 61 of the 63 Memphis clinics offering tooth extractions do not list an oral surgeon, so general dentists there typically provide it. 2 list an oral surgeon on staff. 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.

Which Memphis clinics offer same-day tooth extractions?

2 of 63 Memphis clinics offering tooth extractions list same-day or emergency appointments, led by Martha Wells, DDS, MS and Whitehaven Dental Care. Same-day treatment depends on the diagnosis and the schedule, so call ahead to confirm before you go.

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

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.

Which Memphis tooth extraction dentists are open on Saturday?

9 of 63 Memphis clinics offering tooth extractions list Saturday hours, including Martha Wells, DDS, MS, Whitehaven Dental Care and Dove Family Dentistry - Riverdale. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer tooth extractions in Memphis?

63 Memphis clinics list tooth extractions in our data. 2 of them list an oral surgeon on staff. They include Martha Wells, DDS, MS and Fordjour, Isaac DDS. 9 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 2 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Memphis

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 160 clinics.
  2. : 7 duplicate listings merged.

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