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Best Tooth Extraction Dentists in Portales, NM (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for tooth extractions: Eastern Family Dentistry, ranked #1 of 3 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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3 Portales clinics list tooth extractions and are ranked here by service score. 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 Portales at a glance

Top 3 extraction dentists in Portales at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Eastern Family Dentistry37
2Peter L. Thompson, DDS37
3La Casa Family Dentistry: Gangadhar Immanni, DDS33

The 3 best extraction dentists in Portales, 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. #2 Peter L. Thompson, DDS

    123 W 2nd St, Portales, NM 88130, United States

    37/100

    Ranked #2 for tooth extractions in Portales on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 8 AM–3 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    In their words

    Dr. Thompson considers himself blessed to have been able to help so many people reclaim beautiful smiles and healthy mouths. He never recommends any sort of treatment that he wouldn’t want performed on his own smile, and he’ll work with the rest of our team to deliver a dental experience that leaves even the most anxious of patients comfortable and confident in scheduling their next appointment. We look forward to helping you schedule your first visit so that you can…

    From Peter L. Thompson, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

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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 Portales's 3 clinics offering tooth extractions list an oral surgeon on staff in our data yet. See oral surgeons in Portales

How much does a tooth extraction cost in Portales?

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

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

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

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 Portales extraction dentists

We scored 3 Portales clinics offering tooth extractions on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 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 Portales 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 Portales: frequently asked questions

Who is the best tooth extraction dentist in Portales?

Eastern Family Dentistry ranks #1 of 3 Portales clinics offering tooth extractions by DentistsRanked service score. Peter L. Thompson, DDS 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 Portales, NM?

A tooth extraction in Portales 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 New Mexico. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Portales do tooth extractions?

Yes. None of the 3 Portales 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 New Mexico?

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 Portales?

3 Portales 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 Portales

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 3 clinics.