Humira and tooth extraction, gum healing

[Gra]

OK, so I broke a tooth this morning, went to dentist tonight. He said it has an infection in the gum and is not repairable, and extracted what was left of it.

I know there are some issues with Humira and surgery, dentist said there were no contra-indications for Humira and extractions. It is my two weekly Humira Shot Day tomorrow, should I leave it a few more days? Anyone have experience on Humira when having extractions?

Thanks,

 

[nogutsnoglory]

I'm on Cimzia but my doctors don't seem concerned and I had surgeries while on the medicine. They say the best time to do anything is the halfway point. It's easier with Cimzia since its monthly but with a bi-weekly like Humira you can just do things during the non injection week. If you are concerned you can also go on antibiotics.

 

[MikeinBklyn]

I had two extractions while on Humira. No problem at all.

The key was antibiotics and lots of salt water rinses.

Good Luck