Important things to remember about dental health during pregnancy:

• Chronic oral infections such as periodontal disease may contribute to:
  • Preeclampsia
  • Preterm labor and delivery
  • Fetal growth restriction
• Chronic gingivitis causes increases in bacterial products and inflammatory mediators that may affect placental function.
• Routine dental procedures such as cleaning, scaling, polishing and local anesthesia are safe throughout pregnancy.
• We recommend daily, at home dental care, including flossing, and to maintain (or initiate) your dental hygiene appointments every six months during your pregnancy.