These conditions can be prevented and treated, so women should visit the dentist during pregnancy Myth: Gain a child, lose a tooth Fact: The fetus does not
Is it safe to visit your dentist in pregnancy? Dental care is safe during pregnancy and important for the health of you and your baby Your dentist can help
These conditions can be prevented and treated, so women should visit the dentist during pregnancy Myth: Dentists and dental hygienists do not need to know if a
It might seem like a good idea to delay dental treatment while you are pregnant because of a perceived risk to your baby However, routine and urgent dental
see the dentist while pregnant Schedule your baby's first dental visit when their first These changes can affect the health of your teeth and gums
Why treat? Dental problems can occur during pregnancy just as at any other time of life Moreover during pregnancy, it is common for oral health to
The Prenatal Dental Care program is for pregnant women during pregnancy can affect your health and possibly even This way, your visit will be
Going to the Dentist During Pregnancy Cleanings and exams are safe and important and can be done anytime during pregnancy • Dental treatment such as
or dental clinic that would take Medicaid patients 17 6 I did not think it was safe to go to the dentist during pregnancy 27 6 I could not afford to go to
see your dentist early in pregnancy to get your teeth bleed while brushing) due to pregnancy hormones affecting the way gums now can affect your baby's
patients, and possible dental complications of pregnancy and their management Most pregnant patients are lems that could occur later in the pregnancy or during Vol 35, No 3 Available: www fda gov/fdac/features/2001/301_preg html
eat well during pregnancy 1 • Some pregnant women have dental problems due to hormonal changes that can make gums become sore, swell, and bleed
Plaque causes cavities and can lead to gum disease Dental checkups • Go to your dental checkup appointment even if you are pregnant
This patient information leaflet can be adapted according to needs European Union (EU) that restrict the use of mercury came into law in 2018 will not usually use dental amalgam to fill your teeth while you are pregnant or breastfeeding