I had four extractions a while ago and found it bearable.
Didn't feel much pain, and the work on the jaw wasn't nice but I could deal with it.

Where did you get your information about tooth extraction from?
Did other people tell you it's that bad? Or the dentist?
For me, it's nothing I'd look forward to, but nothing to be really scared of either.
I'm saying this to encourage you - dentists have improved a lot indeed.

It might take a while to fully heal. However, after the second day things will probably be much better already 

I see - did you talk to your dentist about that? Perhaps she knows some methods to help you in this situation. You are not the first one with troubles like that, so no need to keep it to yourself.

Some people feel hypnosis helpful, others make an agreement that the dentist will take a break when needed. Some want to be told about every step that is going on and how long it will take - I'm always glad when someone tells me "It's half over already..." or "The worst is behind us now"
You might also want to bring a friend...

I'm sorry to hear that you have to have your tooth extracted.  It's not fun, even if you don't feel anything.
I had four teeth extracted a few years ago (one molar from each quadrant of my mouth) because my mouth was too small for all my teeth and I had braces so I needed space for my teeth to move to.  My experience is probably different from yours if you are only having a couple needles.  They put me to sleep (not a deep sleep, but I was unconscious for the procedure).  I was very relieved by this since I had had a baby tooth removed (it wasn't loosening properly because the adult tooth grew in behind it...that was fun getting fixed ) and even though I had needles for that I still remember it feeling bad.
I have a friend who had teeth removed without being asleep.  As has already been mentioned in this conversation, the sound of it happening was the worst for her since she didn't feel anything.
As for the bleeding, they should give you lots of gauze to use for that and to replace, so I don't think you should worry about that part.
The procedure shouldn't last very long.  I think the worst part is when you have the tender spot in your gums for a few weeks after.  Your tooth roots are long (I kept my extracted teeth, it's quite fascinating), so there will be a "hole" there until it heals over, so make sure you have lots of soft foods and liquids to eat and drink until you feel more comfortable chewing things.  That was the most frustrating part for me, not being able to eat comfortably (and I had four holes, you'll just have one lucky you)
I really hope the person who does the procedure is nice and makes you feel a little more at ease.  Best of luck.

Have you had the extractions done now, Dorothy? How are you feeling?

Sorry, the only experience I can provide is extraction of the wisdom teeth and it didn't terrify me. As you say, the pulling is maybe the most uncomfortable part. But I'm not afraid of injections.
Since the one of them grew out a bit weird angled and the gums started to hurt it was just a relief.
Apart from that I'm almost ashamed to say that I have ridiculous healthy teeth. No fillings, miles away from any root canal works, just the old professional cleansing from time to time.

I've always had bad teeth, and have gone through several painful procedures myself - some quite recently.

For me, apart from the pain and discomfort, the most difficult part is being consciously aware of the work being done at the time.

I've learned how to make this part more bearable, which works well for me personally.  Perhaps it will work for you, as well.

The first challenge is to relax.  I take deep, measured breaths through my nose, and untense my muscles.  I almost seem to disassociate my mouth from the rest of my body.  This is not easy when you're undergoing a procedure, but it is possible.

The second things I do is to put my mind elsewhere.  Distraction.  I ponder theories, mentally plan projects, go over the events of a book I'm reading - stuff like that.

Try picking the most intriguing Sherlock mystery you know.  Brush up on the details.  Then, when you're undergoing treatment, focus on that mystery and toy with the pieces of the puzzle.

It is not always easy to remain focused.  But even just trying to remain focused could be enough of a distraction to get you through another piece of the procedure.

Best of luck!

You're welcome!  Working on a story plot is a great idea!  I hope it helps.

I will try! I'm trying to do it right now - I'm thinking I need to absolutely stop getting myself worked up.

I will just lay there thinking about John and Sherlock kissing