What is the risk of tooth extraction during lactation?

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2025-04-30 12:01:42 Views: 96 times

During lactation, tooth extraction can be done. If wisdom teeth are often inflamed, tooth extraction is recommended. Women can temporarily stop breastfeeding during tooth extraction, because anti-inflammatory drugs such as metronidazole are needed to prevent infection after tooth extraction. The drugs may be absorbed by the baby through milk and affect the baby's body.

What is the risk of tooth extraction during lactation?



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