Can wisdom teeth be pulled out when they are inflamed?
Dr. Aubrey Foster
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2025-05-12 20:36:54
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Wisdom teeth can be removed when they are inflamed, but it is not recommended to remove them at this time. Because there is inflammation in the wisdom teeth, extraction may lead to local infection and increased bleeding after surgery. In addition, local inflammation may also affect the effectiveness of anesthesia.
