Supporting Oral Health in Pregnancy

By Susan L. Vogell, RDH, BS, MBA

Comprehensive dental care is considered both safe and necessary during pregnancy and can be crucial to the well-being of pregnant women and their offspring. Despite this fact, many women do not receive dental care during pregnancy. Clinical guidelines are available to address misconceptions and alleviate concerns about treating pregnant women. Oral health professionals should be familiar with the various guidelines available; be prepared to treat pregnant women; and be ready to educate them about the importance of oral health. By improving the oral health of women during pregnancy, the likelihood of oral diseases can be reduced—both for the soon-to-be mother and her offspring.

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