Dental Care During Pregnancy Scottsdale, AZ

Scottsdale / Phoenix area dentists, Dr. Gore and Dr. Svans want you to know that dental care during pregnancy is vital, but there is certain protocol you should take when having dental care during pregnancy. In fact, many pregnant women travel to Dr. Gore and Dr. Svans for dental care during pregnancy. These women enjoy the wonderful patient comforts and courteous service offered by the team members at
the practice of Dr. Gore and Dr. Svans.

• First, it’s wisest to have a professional dental cleaning before pregnancy. It is not advised to have non-emergency dentistry in the first trimester or third trimester. X rays can usually be postponed until after the delivery of your baby.

• Secondly, due to hormone changes during pregnancy, pregnant women have an increased risk
of dental infections and gum disease. Gum disease has been associated with an increased risk
of premature birth. Proper brushing twice a day and flossing are important to help maintain a
healthy oral cavity.

• Third, if you are in need of a dental filling, dental crown or root canal, you should pursue
treatment to reduce the risk of infection. When left untreated, dental infections may travel

• Finally, it is important to avoid stress during your dental treatment. So, inquire about numbing
agents that can be used during treatment. When having dental treatment, it is wise to keep
your legs uncrossed to maintain proper circulation.

The ideal scenario is that you will have all dental work complete prior to pregnancy and have a
healthy oral cavity. In this case, you will only require one or two professional dental cleanings during
the time of your pregnancy. In terms of cosmetic dentistry, it is best to have cosmetic dentistry
procedures before or after pregnancy.
 

Dr. Gore and Dr. Svans are proud to serve pregnant women in the Scottsdale Arizona area, including:
Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Chandler, and Mesa.