Cracked tooth

bustarmu21

So one of my back molars cracked this morning...there's an old metal filling in the tooth and I think it was just weak. I am seeing the dentist tomorrow morning and already have my routine OB appt this afternoon so I'll be asking the doctor what I can or can't do at this point as I am 28 weeks. Just curious if anyone has anyone experience or knowledge on the dental work during third Tri topic? I have a jagged hole in my tooth but luckily no pain. Yet.

sweetbabyrahe

I think the procedure itself is safe as well as all of the medicines. I had a filling during my pregnancy with DS. The main thing I think would be the discomfort of sitting in the chair for the length of time needed. They may need to allow you to take a break if needed.

minibean16

@sweetbabyrahe‌ is right on. They prefer 2nd tri, but since you're at the beginning of the third, you should be okay, just ask for/bring a pillow to prop up one hip so you're not completely on your side. My OB said it was totally safe (procedures, medicine), but was cautious on X-rays. My dentist uses the digital ones, so with a shield, those were fine too. It's better to have it dealt with now than to allow an infection to creep in.

runningmama14

I just dealt with all of this. No biggie. I didn't have any issues with sitting comfortably, but good suggestions of you are already having trouble getting comfortable!

I did have to get an xray. She double leaded me and the office has digital, so I wasn't worried about the two views required to get it fixed.

bustarmu21

Exactly my thoughts @minibean16‌ - the last thing I need is an infection!

SarahHeck

I had this happen my last pregnancy during the 3rd trimester. It didn't hurt it was just annoying with the jaggedness. I brushed and used mouth wash a lot and I got some dental wax to put over it til I could get it fixed