Pregnancy Dental Care

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About

Pregnancy Dental Care

Dental care during pregnancy is important to look after not just your teeth, but also for the health of your child! There are several potential issues which expecting mothers should look for to prevent problems which may occur both during and after pregnancy.

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Why might I need

Pregnancy Dental Care

?

Pregnancy can lead to dental problems in some patients. Also, some untreated dental problems can lead to issues with pregnancy and the health of your unborn child. It is important that you maintain your regular dental visits to assess your dental health throughout pregnancy, as well as have any necessary dental treatment performed to ensure the health of both you and your child.

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Different approaches to

Pregnancy Dental Care

Dental care during pregnancy can be approached differently depending on the presence of any dental problems.

Urgent & Emergency Treatment

In cases where dental problems occur during pregnancy, it can be important not to delay treatment as your child may be affected. Your dentist will help you to properly assess your condition, and advise if treatment is required urgently or if it can be delayed until after giving birth.

Routine & Preventative Care

It is important to maintain your regular dental checkups during pregnancy to ensure the health of your teeth and gums, as well as being made aware of any potential problems that could be caused by pregnancy. If any problems which could affect the health of your teeth, gums or child are found, your dentist can help you to manage and resolve any issues.

Education

You should advise your dentist about your pregnancy so that any advice you receive is best suited to ensure you and your child’s health. Your dentist will discuss with you potential events during pregnancy (such as morning sickness, pregnancy gingivitis and increased gag reflex) which can affect the health of your teeth. We can help by discussing potential changes to your dental care which can minimise any damage to your dental health that sometimes occur during pregnancy.

What is involved for

Pregnancy Dental Care

How we provide the best oral care for you at Dentists of Hawthorn

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Comprehensive Exam and Clean

Dental care during pregnancy is focused on ensuring your teeth and gums are healthy, as well as advising you about any required changes to your dental care during pregnancy. If there are any suspected dental problems that require further treatment, your dentist may recommend that small dental x-rays of specific teeth are taken. This is safe for you and your unborn child but any concerns you may have will be discussed at your appointment.

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Discuss Dental Care Alterations

If you have any complications leading to your teeth and gums being affected by changes during pregnancy, we can discuss changes to your dental care during pregnancy to prevent problems from developing both during pregnancy and after giving birth. This allows you to best maintain the health of your teeth and gums, as well as reducing the risk of potential complications for your unborn child.

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Performing Urgent Dental Treatment

If you are experiencing pain, discomfort or if dental problems are discovered during your dental checkup, it may be important to ensure that treatment is performed urgently to prevent long term harm to your child or your teeth or gums. Almost all urgent dental treatment is safe to perform during pregnancy, but if you have any concerns about treatment, we can discuss alternative treatment options available.

Aftercare Information

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How could

Pregnancy Dental Care

help me?

Dental care during pregnancy will ensure you have the best chance of maintaining the health of your teeth and gums both during pregnancy and after you have given birth. Please advise your dentist if you are pregnant so that we can ensure you are provided with relevant advice and care for both you and your child. Maintaining good dental health during pregnancy will also help to reduce the possibility of potential harm to your unborn child during this time.

FAQ's about

Pregnancy Dental Care

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