Normal dental visits should continue throughout the pregnancy. X-rays should be avoided, but routine procedures such as dental cleaning can be safely performed. Due to the increased risk of gum disease, dentists sometimes recommend extra cleaning during pregnancy. Tell your dentist as soon as possible that you are pregnant and it is important to avoid dental work during the first three months. Early routine inspections and cleaning are safe, but in addition to dental emergencies, no other dental work should be performed until the infant's major organs are developed.
Diet is important for pregnant women and unborn babies. If the pregnant woman does not have enough calcium, the baby will "borrow" calcium from the mother's bones. By ingesting enough calcium, the pregnant woman's bones are protected and the baby's bones and teeth can provide enough calcium to develop normally. Vitamins A, D, and C are also important. Remember that it is okay to meet the craving for unfamiliar pregnancies, but this is more reason to keep up with your oral hygiene program and see your dentist on a regular basis.
Although dental treatment should be avoided and postponed, if there is a risk of pain and infection, treatment should be performed under the supervision of your OBGYN. There are different techniques and narcotics, the risk is lower because the baby is always taken into account.If there are other questions, talk directly to the dentist to see which options are right for you.
