Studies published in the journal of the american dental association show that local anesthetics have no effect on the fetus.
Emergency dental work first trimester.
For emergency dental treatment during pregnancy proper radiograph.
During a patient s first trimester initiate a preventive care program consisting of plaque control and oral hygiene instruction.
If you need to have additional dental work done the second trimester is the best time.
A doctor will only treat you for plaque control or oral hygiene.
If possible postpone any major dental work until after the first trimester.
The first trimester of your pregnancy the first 13 weeks is the time in which most of the baby s major organs develop.
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1 2 further the american dental association and the american congress formerly college of obstetricians and gynecologists agree that emergency treatments such as extractions root canals or restorations can be safely performed during pregnancy and that.
However the best time to perform elective dental treatment during pregnancy is in the second trimester weeks 14 through 20.
Keep in mind that if you have a dental infection or swelling you might need immediate treatment.
Elective treatment is not advised during pregnancy.
Only preventive dental care is permissible during pregnancy first trimester.
Talk to your dentist about pain medication local anesthesia and or x rays if needed.
But if you have a dental emergency or a severe non specific pain x rays could still be needed to help your dentist plan your treatment effectively.
Filling cavities can cost several hundred.
Although x rays are safe your dentist may still recommend avoiding them during the first trimester if you re only having a routine check up.
Dental work during the first trimester.
There is no risk in getting a routine cleaning and dental exam while you are pregnant.
Elective procedures should be postponed until after the delivery.
Postpone non emergency dental work until the second trimester or after delivery if possible.
Modifications of dental treatment.
Simple scaling and cleaning is a part of dental work while pregnant first trimester.
Dental treatment can be done at any time during pregnancy.
It is a good idea to do this as well as to visit the dentist every six months.
Simple scaling and prophylaxis may be accomplished but no elective treatment should be started.
Take a pillow to help keep you and the baby more comfortable.
Since the first trimester is the most vulnerable time for the baby most women might decide to skip the dentist to lower any risks.
Oral health care including having dental radiographs taken and being given local anesthesia is safe at any point during pregnancy.
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Maintain healthy circulation by keeping your legs uncrossed while you sit in the dentist s chair.
