{"id":59,"date":"2016-03-31T13:13:44","date_gmt":"2016-03-31T13:13:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.waterburysmiles.com\/?p=59"},"modified":"2016-03-31T13:13:44","modified_gmt":"2016-03-31T13:13:44","slug":"pregnancy-and-dental-work-what-you-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/2016\/03\/pregnancy-and-dental-work-what-you-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Pregnancy and Dental Work: What You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-61 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/iStock_000059788332_Small-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dentist waterbury\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/iStock_000059788332_Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/iStock_000059788332_Small-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/iStock_000059788332_Small.jpg 849w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Is it safe to visit the dentist while pregnant? Yes. Dental care is not only safe for expectant mothers, it\u2019s also highly recommended to protect the health of the mother and the baby. Read on for answers to some of the most common questions regarding pregnancy and the dentist from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dr. Marini and Dr. Mancini<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, your trusted dentist in Waterbury.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visiting the Dentist While Pregnant: FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Below are some of the most frequently asked questions we hear regarding undergoing dental work during pregnancy. Is yours on the list? If not, please ask in the comments below &#8212; we love hearing from you!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Q: Is it <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">really<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> safe to visit the dentist during pregnancy?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A: Yes &#8212; in fact, not doing so could be harmful to your and your baby\u2019s health. Because pregnancy causes hormone levels to rise, gums can swell, bleed and trap food, causing extreme irritation and inflammation. In fact, pregnancy often causes a temporary condition known as \u201cpregnancy gingivitis.\u201d Left untreated, pregnancy gingivitis can turn into full-blown gum disease &#8212; a condition which has been linked to low birthweight in babies. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Q: When should I visit the dentist?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A: If your pregnancy is planned, try to visit the dentist before you get pregnant to have your teeth cleaned and your gums examined to determine your risk of periodontitis. Once you\u2019re pregnant, visit your family dentist in Waterbury soon for a cleaning and checkup &#8212; and don\u2019t forget to let us know you\u2019re expecting. It\u2019s safe to visit your dentist for routine care throughout your pregnancy, though sitting in the dental chair may become uncomfortable in the third trimester.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Q: What about x-rays?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A: While the American Dental Association and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have agreed that x-rays are completely safe during pregnancy with the appropriate precautions (shielding), we can still postpone x-rays until after pregnancy when they\u2019re not absolutely necessary for emergency dental work. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Q: What needs to be treated during pregnancy?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A: If you\u2019ve got a cavity during pregnancy, it needs to be filled or crowned to prevent the risk of infection that could cause harm to you and your baby. Additionally, root canal and extraction may sometimes be necessary to maintain a healthy smile for both of your health. Other dental treatments will often be postponed until after childbirth. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Schedule Your Appointment Today<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re an expectant mother, don\u2019t wait to schedule your appointment with the general dentist in Waterbury. Caring for your smile during pregnancy ensures the health of you and your baby &#8212; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/request-an-appointment.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">request your visit online today!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is it safe to visit the dentist while pregnant? Yes. Dental care is not only safe for expectant mothers, it\u2019s also highly recommended to protect the health of the mother and the baby. 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