No, a tooth extraction is usually not painful. The tissue is anesthetized during the extraction, so everything will be numb. You will feel a little pressure, but no pain.

Will pulling a tooth stop the pain?

Yes, getting a tooth pulled can hurt. However, your dentist will typically give you local anesthesia during the procedure to eliminate the pain. Also, following the procedure, dentists usually recommend over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription pain medication to help you manage the pain.

Does pulling a tooth get rid of infection?

If you care for your restored tooth properly, it can last a lifetime. Pull the affected tooth. If the affected tooth can't be saved, your dentist will pull (extract) the tooth and drain the abscess to get rid of the infection. Prescribe antibiotics.