Arts and Entertainment Is it bad to pull your own teeth out? Is it bad to pull your own teeth out? Attempting to remove a tooth yourself can cause the tooth to break off before the root. It can potentially damage the surrounding teeth. Not only will this be detrimental to your smile, but it can cause significant (and expensive) problems. Related Posts:Can a loose tooth tighten back up?How do you make a tooth lose?How long after extraction will teeth shift?What happens if root canal is not finished?