{"id":260,"date":"2022-08-19T08:56:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T08:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/blog\/?p=260"},"modified":"2022-09-16T20:56:51","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T20:56:51","slug":"safety-of-dental-work-during-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentondentalcenter.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/19\/safety-of-dental-work-during-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It Ok to Have Dental Work When Pregnant?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When you\u2019re going through pregnancy, it\u2019s natural to feel a bit nervous. After all, you\u2019ll give birth to a bundle of joy in a few months! You wouldn\u2019t want to do anything that could put your baby-to-be at risk. That said, you may be nervous about dental work at this point. Is it safe to receive such service when pregnant? Thankfully, though, your Denton dentist can calm your worries. Read on to learn why preventive dentistry<\/a> is recommended when pregnant while the cosmetic and restorative types aren\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

If It\u2019s Preventive Dentistry? Absolutely!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Far from being unsafe, dental cleanings and exams are recommended during your pregnancy. While you\u2019re waiting on your baby to be born, your body will experience elevated hormone levels that can make gums swell, bleed, and trap food. As a result, you\u2019ll be at greater risk of gum disease that triggers preterm birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental work like cavity fillings and crowns, however, could reduce your odds of gum issues. If you receive such treatment when pregnant, though, the second trimester is ideal. Once you reach the third trimester, you\u2019ll likely have difficulty lying on your back for an extended period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Root canals and tooth extractions may also be necessary while you\u2019re pregnant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Cosmetic or Restorative Dentistry, Though? Not so Much<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the other hand, elective cosmetic or restorative treatments \u2014 teeth whitening, dental implants, porcelain veneers, etc. \u2014should be postponed until after the birth. Having these procedures while pregnant could expose the developing baby to risks, even if these are minimal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider dental implants, for example. The placement process requires strong anesthesia, which could harm your health and that of your baby. Many also involve X-rays, another risk the ADA discourages during the first trimester. Besides, the increased risk of gum disease from being pregnant could lead to implant failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy-Related Dental Visit Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you could further ensure your visit\u2019s safety even if you\u2019re getting preventive work. Some tips include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n