Conclusion
Good oral health during pregnancy is important
because the condition of a pregnant woman's mouth
can affect her health and that of the fetus. It is vital
that health professionals collaborate to ensure pregnant
women receive proper oral assessment and
intervention as well as oral health education. Some
oral health professionals hesitate to treat pregnant
women but there is sufficient evidence to recommend
that after consulting the general medical
practitioner and/or obstetrician and assessing the
potential risks of undergoing dental treatment during
pregnancy, routine dental visits can be safely
performed, including the use of radiographs, plaque
removal, treatment of periodontitis, local anaesthesia,
and the provision of composite and amalgam
fillings. Prescribing of systemic drugs of any kind
ideally should be performed after consultation with
the general medical practitioner or obstetrician.
Pregnancy is a life-changing event and a particularly
important time to access oral health care because
the consequences of poor oral health may have a
lifelong impact. Women's health care providers