Can I get my teeth done while pregnant?

Teeth have an extremely important influence on people's eating. If the teeth are uneven, sparse or misaligned, it will affect people's chewing of food, and may even cause oral infection and cause various oral diseases. In addition, many people whose teeth are not white enough will also go to the dental hospital for teeth whitening projects. So, is it okay to have teeth treated during pregnancy? The following will give you a detailed introduction.

1. Can I have my teeth filled while I am pregnant?

1. Dental treatment is generally contraindicated during pregnancy. Therefore, any medication or excessive X-ray exposure in the first three months of pregnancy can cause miscarriage and deformities. Dental treatment is also not recommended after seven months of pregnancy, because the woman will lie on her back for a long time during dental treatment, and the fetus will compress the inferior vena cava, causing supine hypotension and cerebral deoxygenation, which may cause fainting and loss of consciousness.

2. It is best not to get a tooth filled first, because filling the tooth will stimulate the nerves and may cause miscarriage. During the tooth filling process, anesthetics will be used, which are unfavorable factors for pregnant women.

3. Any medication during pregnancy may affect the fetus. It is best not to have dental fillings during pregnancy. Pregnant women can have their teeth filled between April and June, but only simple filling treatment is allowed to curb the spread of caries, and comprehensive filling and restoration can be performed after delivery.

4. Be extra careful when using anti-inflammatory drugs to avoid affecting the fetus in the womb. Pregnant women should sit down and stand up slowly when having a tooth filling, because the supine position in the late pregnancy will compress the veins. If you sit down or stand up too quickly, temporary hypotension will occur and cause dizziness. If the pregnant woman is emotionally tense, it is best to wait until her emotions are stable before having a tooth filled. Once the filling causes pain, it can easily affect your mood and may increase the risk of miscarriage.

2. Can dental implants be implanted during pregnancy?

It is best not to get pregnant during dental implant surgery because anesthesia is required during the surgery. X-rays, etc., and surgery will cause bleeding. Although the possibility is relatively low, there is still a possibility of infection. These things are unpredictable, and once infected, drug treatment is required.

Experts point out that dental implant treatment is not recommended for pregnant women, even if they are not in the first or last three months of pregnancy. Instead, treatment should be delayed until after delivery.

3. Can I do teeth whitening while pregnant?

Generally speaking, pregnant women are not allowed to have their teeth whitened, because whitening at this time may increase the chance of miscarriage. In addition, the following people are not allowed to have teeth whitening:

People under the age of 16 or those with severe periodontal disease.

Dead teeth fade quickly after bleaching treatment and are not suitable for cold light whitening;

Whitening agents have no effect on fillings and porcelain crowns, so these patients are not suitable for cold light whitening.

Severe tetracycline teeth accompanied by enamel hypoplasia, fluorosis, or discolored teeth caused by other factors may cause great discomfort to patients and are not an indication for cold light whitening.