Hello All,

I have two teeth (one is broken) that need to be extracted. However, my surgery is scheduled in 12 days. I would not be able to have the teeth removed until Monday or Tuesday. My surgery is Monday. I am self-pay. I will be meeting with my doctor next week, but I am trying to figure out if I should have them removed before or after the surgery. Thank you.

This is definitely something you need to talk to your surgeon about.

my first thought is that it would be better before surgery than after when you have a wound in your stomach, but you certainly need to make your bariatric team and dental team aware of both procedures and see what they say. the possible ick released from the teeth could be serious, and we want you to come through surgery with flying colors!

let us know!

You definitely need to talk to your surgeon. With the tubes that go into your mouth and down your throat during general anesthesia, the health of your mouth and teeth is vital information for your medical team.

What @@Christinamo7 and @@Bufflehead said! I would call surgeon today and ask.