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Getting teeth pulled with lupus requires special considerations. While nitrous oxide ("laughing gas") is not recommended for people with lupus due to breathing concerns, there are other sedation options available. It's important to discuss your complete medical history and concerns with both your dentist and rheumatologist Show Full Answer

Getting teeth pulled with lupus requires special considerations. While nitrous oxide ("laughing gas") is not recommended for people with lupus due to breathing concerns, there are other sedation options available. It's important to discuss your complete medical history and concerns with both your dentist and rheumatologist to determine the safest approach.

Most dental procedures can be performed using local anesthetic (like lidocaine) which numbs the area. Many people with lupus successfully undergo dental procedures this way. Before any dental procedure, keep these important points in mind:

• Tell your dentist about your lupus diagnosis - you may need preventive antibiotics due to higher infection risk
• Discuss all medications you're taking with both your dentist and rheumatologist
• You may need to adjust certain medications before the procedure
• You can request sunglasses to protect from the bright dental lights if you have photosensitivity
• Work with your healthcare team to create a pain management plan that won't trigger flares

Consider getting a second opinion from another dentist regarding anesthesia options, since you've successfully had other procedures under anesthesia before.

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