Is dental work safe during pregnancy?

Question

Ek tooth has been paining since a week and i need to get it checked. But im 18 weeks and scared whether dental treatment is safe right now. Did anyone get any dental work done while pregnant?

Amrapali Oberoi · Answer

Routine checkups and cleanings are absolutely fine. If you need any major dental work or root canal, do it in the second trimester and tell the dentist clearly.

Jagruthi Mahajan · Answer

I had a scaling done in my second trimester because my gums were bleeding. My dentist was very gentle and kept me comfortable.

Rucha Nayak · Answer

Yes, routine cleaning is totally safe! Just make sure to tell your dentist that you are pregnant so they avoid X-rays.

Lavina Hada · Answer

I had to get a cavity filled in my second trimester, which is the safest time. Just double check with your gynac before getting any major procedure done.

Darshanee Parmar · Answer

With twin cravings, my teeth took a hit! I got a filling done in my 5th month quite easily, just avoid any unnecessary X-rays.

Mili Ganguly · Answer

I actually have a toothache right now in my 6th month and my gynac said it's safe to visit the dentist. Have you asked your doctor yet?