Small wisdom tooth infection almost gone, should I postpone BA is scheduled in 2 days?

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I am freaking out a bit as I am prone to wisdom tooth infections (planning to get them removed several months from now). I have one that is almost gone, will I need to postpone my BA in two days?

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

Always important to keep your surgeon in the loop.  Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Please ask your surgeon about this. They would be the best person to decide whether your surgery should be postponed.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query! Whenever there is any infection, it is good idea to postpone a breast augmentation procedure. The risk, although small , under antibiotic coverage, is still there and there is also a higher risk of capsular contracture if there is a sub clinical infection. Please discuss your concerns with your Plastic surgeon and postpone your breast augmentation till all the infection is gone. All the best!

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thanks for your question!~
Reach out to your surgeon for his/her guidelines on this. Best wishes!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear jmays2096,
every surgeon has a protocol. I would suggest you consult your board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. I would recommend speaking to your surgeon, but you should not have surgery if you have an active infection taking place.

Jeffrey S. Yager, MD · Answer

All cosmetic surgery is elective, not emergent. If there is even the chance of an infection, I believe the safest course of action is to wait. Potential complications are infection, which can lead to implant removal, as well as capsular contracture.
I know it is inconvenient, and it is for the surgeon as well, but be safe.

Ahmad H. Ahmadi, MD · Answer

It is best to wait for the infection to clear up completely before undergoing breast augmentation.  First, concurrent infection puts you at risk for further infection.  Second, your oral infection can interfere with your anesthesia.  Regardless consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Brian Widenhouse, MD · Answer

If you have been on antibiotics, you should be ok to proceed with your breast augmentation. However, this is a question for your plastic surgeon. Please give your plastic surgeon's office a call today.
Best of luck!

Peter Andolina, DO · Answer

In general it is not a good idea to undergo any type of surgery, especially placement of an implant, if you have any type of active infection. This is something you should discuss with your surgeon immediately. You run the risk of getting a post-op infection that can negatively affect your outcome and health.

Small wisdom tooth infection almost gone, should I postpone BA is scheduled in 2 days?

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