Dental appointments

ketomommy · November 2018

With my first, I had a cleaning before I had a BFP. So there was no issue.

I had a cleaning and x-ray appointment scheduled for Wednesday. I asked the receptionist if they needed a clearance from my OB. She said yes. She called me back and said that my OB said that unless there is an emergency, she will not clear me for any dental appointments until the second trimester.

indulgentgypsy · November 2018

I had to have an emergency extraction a few days after my BFP. The dentist told me they normally wait until the 2nd tri, but with the infection in my jaw and how swollen and painful my face was they pulled 2 teeth and gave me penicillin. But I could only take tylenol for the pain.

bellebaby221 · November 2018

**lurking**
I had a cleaning around 22 weeks. I pushed it out of the first tri just so I didn't gag! They didn't do my x-rays. I'm not sure why a cleaning would be a no-no though.

Bear14+ · November 2018

I have had cleanings (after first tri), but always waited on X-rays until the baby came.

foodislove · November 2018

Hmm. I don't remember when I had my appointment during my first pregnancy, but I definitely had an xray done. It was localized, though. They did put a lead blanket over my belly, but the tech was right there, doing an xray right next to my jaw with a pretty new piece of tech.

hestia-is-wearie · November 2018

I have a dental appointment next week and I called to check. I don't need x-rays done, but they said there's no problem getting a cleaning in the first trimester.

coco2787 · November 2018

I had a cleaning last week, the dentist knew I was pregnant. The only thing they did differently was skip the x-ray. There are no safety concerns with getting a basic cleaning while pregnant.

tsa208 · November 2018

I had a cleaning at 6 weeks last pregnancy. I remember because my dentist receptionist was literally the first person I told that I was pregnant outside of my husband. They did the cleaning but skipped the x-rays. Pregnancy can do a number of your teeth (calcium deficiencies), so cleanings may be more important than usual.

blackhottamales · November 2018

I believe a lot of dental plans allow for at least 1 extra cleaning during pregnancy--if you have dental insurance it's worth checking out.

mamanbebe · November 2018

I'm going to skip cleanings during pregnancy again. I made it through just fine last time, making sure to floss and mouthwash in addition to 2x brushing.

blackhottamales · November 2018

@mamanbebe can i ask why? are you concerned with something?

mamanbebe · November 2018

@blackhottamales I think last time I just figured I'd wait. This time I wonder if there is any exposure to radiation at the dental office if you're not the one getting an x-ray. I've had more than enough x-rays in my lifetime, so I try to avoid exposure when I can.

cookie510 · November 2018

I just got back from a cleaning - no issues, just skipped the xrays.

erynpdx · November 2018

I feel like the complications that could come from delaying preventative care are way riskier than anything that could happen at a cleaning or basic filling; my dentist and midwife both agree.

mamanbebe · November 2018

@erynpdx I think that depends on the person. If you are prone to cavities or other oral health issues, then of course, by all means continue with your visits. In my personal situation, I am not concerned.

mrscammack · November 2018

Wow this is interesting to hear. I was supposed to have a dental appointment last week for a cleaning when I was 6 weeks and I cancelled because my morning sickness would have made it impossible to have them poking around in my mouth. I didn’t even think about asking my midwife if it was okay to have a cleaning at all first tri!

coco2787 · November 2018

Just going to leave this here https://www.marchofdimes.org/pregnancy/dental-health-during-pregnancy.aspx
@ketomommy I would really be questioning your OB and why they would tell you that.

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