Can i get a tooth puled while I am still pregnant?
2006-12-15 15:23:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
Definitely. Of course, if you're not very far along make sure you tell the dentist you're pregnant.
2006-12-15 15:28:15 · answer #1 · answered by butrcupps 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES. Women with periodontal disease are at far greater risk for delivering pre-term as well as for having low birth weight babies. Dental infection allowed to remain is far worse for you and your baby than having the tooth removed. Be careful with over the counter pain medication as well. Aspirin and ibuprofen should not be taken while pregnant (especially after the first trimester). Limit yourself to the minimum effective dose of Tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain. A weak narcotic pain medication such as codeine or hydrocodone may be prescribed by your dentist or OB-GYN, and is far safer to take while pregnant than aspirin or ibuprofen. The local anesthetics that will be used during the procedure are also very safe at low concentrations. Best of luck for a healthy pregnancy, and don't be scared to discuss your concerns with your dentist and OB.
2006-12-15 23:35:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pregnant women tend to bleed a bit more, so dentists may be hesitant in some cases, but sure.
2006-12-15 23:35:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can have a tooth pulled But I think it must be by injection no IV sedation
2006-12-15 23:32:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep. Thats what all the illegal immigrants do when they are pregnant because they can have free insurance for the time that they are pregnant.
2006-12-15 23:31:43 · answer #5 · answered by besitos2610 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think you could. the only reason why you wouldnt be able to would be becase the medication afterwards might affect the baby! but go to your dentist and he can definately answer your question!
2006-12-15 23:32:10 · answer #6 · answered by Magie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋