Is it Safe to have Oral Surgery While Pregnant?

If you’re pregnant or know someone who is you may wonder is it safe to have oral surgery while pregnant? This is a good question we’ll look into further.

Is it Safe to Have Oral Surgery While Pregnant?

When you’re pregnant you have multiple doctor visits, so you may wonder if oral surgery is something that can be done. Oral care is important for a woman to have during pregnancy, as you can be prone to cavities. But, when it comes oral surgery there are cases when it’s not recommended. The first thing to do is to let your oral surgeon know you’re pregnant and how far along you are.

Question #1: Is Sedation Dangerous if Pregnant?

Sedation is something you will want to discuss with your oral surgeon. Surgery in general, not just oral surgery, can require heavy sedation. Even if you’re in your first trimester it’s best to wait until the baby is born to reduce any chance of issues. Surgeries that require anesthetic or sedative can be harmful to an unborn baby. Local anesthesia is at times used in low doses as it has been shown to be safe, but once again this is something you will want to discuss with your oral surgeon.

Question #2: Does the Trimester I’m in Matter?

Yes, this does matter as usually the first and second trimesters are safe if you don’t need to be sedated. If you’re in your third trimester, it’s recommended to wait until the baby is born. The only time it’s recommended is if your health is in danger. In general most surgeries can wait until the birth of your baby.

So: Should I Have Oral Surgery Before I’m Pregnant?

It’s recommended if you’re trying to get pregnant, to visit your oral surgeon for any issues you may be having. This is important as it’s best to do this prior to being pregnant. The health of our patients is very important to us.

Our staff at Implants & Oral Surgery of Chattanooga have years of experience and are here to help you with any questions you may have. Call us today at (423) 296-8210.