What are the potential risks to having dental work 2 weeks after tummy tuck?

Thank you for your question regarding dental work shortly after a tummy tuck. Dental procedures, particularly those involving drilling or replacing crowns, carry a slight risk of introducing bacteria into the bloodstream. Since you're in the early stages of healing from a tummy tuck, this could be a concern because infections can potentially affect healing sites, especially where incisions and internal sutures are present.

To minimize risk:

Speak to Your Surgeon: Always check with your plastic surgeon before any dental work post-surgery to ensure it’s safe and appropriate for your healing stage.
Antibiotic Prophylaxis: Your surgeon or dentist may recommend antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.
Timing: Ideally, it’s best to wait at least a month post-op for dental procedures, if possible, to allow your body more time to heal and strengthen your immune response.
While many patients can proceed with dental work without issues, it’s always better to err on the side of caution. Reach out to your healthcare providers for guidance specific to your health and healing.

Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

The chance of getting an infection after dental work is extremely rare, however that being said, it is likely not worth taking the risk after a tummy tuck surgery. I would agree with others that a month should be appropriate time to allow the scar tissue and incisions to heal before having dental work.
I would likely have my patient’s wait six weeks prior to having dental work after a breast augmentation procedure. The implants are more likely to get contaminated with circulating bacteria and this can cause more of an issue with contracture of the capsule in the future. If you cannot move your appointment, I would recommend a dose of antibiotics before your dental procedure and one dose after. Consult with your dentist to find out more.