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Suggest Treatment For Dental Infection During Pregnancy
Pregnant pt 9 weeks pregnant, has not been seen by OB/gyn yet (disadvantaged) and has dental infection presenting as swelling. Pt needs treatment and administration of local anesthetic, antibiotic and pain medication... recommendation would be no epinephrine, amoxicillin or clindamycin and paint no ibuprofen?
Fri, 17 Oct 2014
You are less likely to have dental problems during pregnancy if you already have good oral hygiene habits. Suggestions include:
Brush your teeth at least twice daily with fluoridated toothpaste.
Floss between your teeth.
Visit your dentist regularly.
If you are planning on getting pregnant, see your dentist. It is more convenient to have elective procedures done before you conceive. If you require dental treatment during pregnancy, non-urgent procedures are often performed after the first trimester.
Brush your teeth at least twice daily with fluoridated toothpaste.
Floss between your teeth.
Visit your dentist regularly.
If you are planning on getting pregnant, see your dentist. It is more convenient to have elective procedures done before you conceive. If you require dental treatment during pregnancy, non-urgent procedures are often performed after the first trimester.
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