Is it safe to extract wisdom teeth when starting IVF?

Hi,
I am having toothache :( and my dentist has said I need to extract all wisdom teeth since all got infected..And, I probably start my IVF cycle in February..so, my ques.- Is it ok to remove my teeth now or should I wait when my cycle is over? Is anybody has done this?  Thanks

[AnnieBrooke]

If they are impacted and not infected, you could wait, but if they are infected, you should have them out for sure, before starting IVF.  Tooth infections are very bad to have during pregnancy.

[SS2003]

Thanks for the response..yes unfortunately, they are infected as my dentist told..I am taking antibiotics and other home remedies to soothe the pain..so that I can avoid the extraction for now..

[Heather5]

Oh man, that stinks! I agree with AnnieBrooks, though, if they're infected, I would get it done before starting IVF...even if that means delaying the IVF by a month. You don't want anything to interfere with your cycle (or the meds you'll be on). But either way, definitely contact your RE and let them know what's going on. Your RE will have a better idea on how this can affect your IVF and advise you on the best course of action. Best of luck with everything!

[Heather5]

Plus, having an ongoing infection can also affect your subsequent pregnancy (including higher risk of miscarriage)...so I would definitely contact your RE about this!

[AnnieBrooke]

In all seriousness, IVF is such a hassle and so costly, if it did not take, you would always wonder if you should have had the teeth taken care of and if they caused the failure of the cycle.  If you are having enough infection to need antibiotics, by ALL MEANS have the teeth out before doing IVF.  It shouldn't delay anything.  Do it, like, next week.

[SS2003]

Thank you all.. I think you all are right..I must extract it before my cycle starts.. this would be my 3rd IVF cycle and I don't want to ruin this because of my tooth..I will talk to my RE regarding this..
thanks a lot for the suggestion..now, I can get it done soon..