A member asked:

Is it safe to get a tooth extraction done in 3rd trimester, i'm 28 weeks pregnant?

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Dr. R Lee Hinson answered

Specializes in Dentistry

While we as dental: Surgeons usually try to delay any treatment during pregnancy, sometimes the situation with a pregnant patient requires otherwise. The third trimester is generally considered the safest in this scenario. Consult w your ob/gyn and your dental surgeon on your situation. I would say that you will be just fine having an extraction with local anesthetic.

Answered 8/17/2013

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Dr. Steven Koos answered

Specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Scenario dependent: If you are/have a high-risk pregnancy or have complications within your 3rd trimester, then if any elective treatment can be delayed it should. However, if you are contending with chronic pain & abscess/infection, then it is best to proceed with treatment, which is completely safe with local anesthesia - best to have oral surgeon perform and use lido (categ b preg drug) anesthetic- Epinephrine ok.

Answered 6/25/2014

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