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Myth/Fact: Pregnant Women Can't Have Tooth Extractions! Dangers for Pregnancy.
Mon, 31 Oct 2022Well, toothache is indeed one of the problems that pregnant women can experience. Common causes are hormonal changes, increased stomach acid, and calcium deficiency.
Well, regarding the procedure for tooth extraction, basically, every procedure for handling dental problems is considered the safest to do after giving birth. Even if forced, the doctor will usually perform a tooth extraction procedure in the second trimester, because the risk of side effects from the procedure is lower.
However, if the condition is an emergency, in the sense that the doctor judges that it could endanger the pregnancy if the tooth is not extracted, for example due to an infection, then the tooth extraction procedure can be carried out. Of course with all the care & consideration of the dentist. In essence, the dentist will recommend the method that is most suitable for the condition of pregnant women and does not harm the prospective baby. So, pregnant women don't need to worry too much, okay?