Is it safe for a Pregnant Women to have a Dental treatments ?

Dental work during pregnancy, such as cavity fillings and crowns, should be treated to reduce the risk of infection. If dental work is done during pregnancy, the second trimester is ideal. From the third trimester onward, it can be very difficult to lie on your back for long periods of time. However, sometimes emergency dental procedures are required, such as a root canal or tooth extraction. Elective treatments like teeth whitening and other cosmetic procedures should be postponed until after birth. It is best to avoid this dental work during pregnancy and not to expose the developing baby to risks, even if they are minimal.

If dental work is required, the amount of anesthetic administered should be as minimal as possible, but still sufficient to make you feel comfortable. If you are in pain, ask for additional numbness. When you are comfortable, the amount of stress on you and the baby will decrease. Also, the more comfortable you are, the easier the anesthetic will work. Dental care often requires antibiotics to prevent or treat infection. Antibiotics such as penicillin, amoxicillin, and clindamycin, which are labeled Category B for safety in pregnancy, may be prescribed after the procedure.