Pregnancy and Dental Treatment
Dental treatment during pregnancy is discussed well in the following links
In summary the recommendations are:
You can confidently book your dental appointment during pregnancy and we can assess and discuss your specific needs. We will advise if treatment is necessary or if it would be possible to wait until after bub arrives. Call our reception team on 94871858 to reserve a time.
- http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-health/dental-work-and-pregnancy/
- http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/dental-care-pregnancy#1
In summary the recommendations are:
- Have a dental check-up before you are pregnant
- There are hormonal changes to your gums that occur during pregnancy and reflux/vomiting can impact your teeth - ask your dentist for strategies to reduce the impact of this on your teeth and gums
- If you are pregnant- it is safe and recommended that you see your dentist
- You must let your dentist know you are pregnant
- If treatment is required the best time is during the second trimester
You can confidently book your dental appointment during pregnancy and we can assess and discuss your specific needs. We will advise if treatment is necessary or if it would be possible to wait until after bub arrives. Call our reception team on 94871858 to reserve a time.