If you’re expecting, you may be unsure if it’s safe to get dental work. The truth is that routine dental work is safe and recommended, so don’t put off dental care because of your pregnancy.1
Here are some detailed answers to help ease your mind.
If you’re expecting, you may be unsure if it’s safe to get dental work. The truth is that routine dental work is safe and recommended, so don’t put off dental care because of your pregnancy.1
Here are some detailed answers to help ease your mind.
The American Dental Association, American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and American Academy of Pediatrics all agree that women should get dental work while pregnant.2
A main reason is the rising hormone levels during pregnancy causes the gums to swell, bleed and trap food. The increased irritation to your gums can cause oral infections like
Let your dentist know right away when you’re pregnant or if you think you’re pregnant. Also, let them know if you’re taking any medications or if your physician has given you special advice. If your pregnancy is high-risk or you have certain medical conditions, some dental treatments may need to be postponed.4
Routine
Your dentist may want to get
Dental work such as fillings and
Studies have shown no significant risk using anesthesia like lidocaine shots during dental procedures for pregnant women. So if you need to get a tooth pulled or a
Cosmetic procedures, like
If you’re a current Humana dental plan member, you may be able to add a dependent to your plan at any time. If you’re looking for a family dental plan, Humana offers a broad range of plans with varying levels of coverage, many with low monthly premiums. To see plans and prices in your area, check out our Humana Insurance Company
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