How to prepare for a tooth extraction?
Prior to the procedure , the dentist will take an X-ray of your mouth. Please inform your dentist about any medical condition, medications, vitamins, supplements, or any type of drugs. Inform your dentist if you plan to undergo an intravenous drug treatment for any medical condition in the near future. If this is the case, schedule the extraction before the drug treatment to prevent any potential complications.
Furthermore, your dentist should be aware of the following conditions before the extraction procedure begins:
- Thyroid disease.
- Renal disease.
- Diabetes.
- Liver disease.
- A congenital heart defect.
- Artificial joint.
- Hypertension.
- An impaired immune system.
- A damaged valves in the heart.
- A history of an endocarditis bacteriology in nature.
Before starting the procedure, your dentist will ensure that all parameters are stable or treated. He may prescribe antibiotics days before the procedure if your surgery is expected to be long, if you have a weak immune system, or if you have a specific medical condition.