{"id":742,"date":"2022-07-10T17:41:54","date_gmt":"2022-07-10T17:41:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.capitalsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=742"},"modified":"2025-10-30T20:36:38","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T20:36:38","slug":"can-i-get-dental-implants-during-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.capitalsmiles.com\/blog\/can-i-get-dental-implants-during-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Get Dental Implants While Pregnant?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Pregnant<\/a>Around the world, patients and dentists alike agree that dental implants<\/a> are the best form of tooth replacement. However, the process for placing them is somewhat complex, and your dentist will need to have an understanding of your overall health before they can help you move forward with treatment. If you are expecting a new addition to your family, they will likely urge you to wait until after giving birth to get implants. Let\u2019s discuss some reasons why getting dental during pregnancy is unwise in the majority of cases.<\/p>\n

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Urgent vs. Non-Urgent Dental Care<\/h2>\n

Before moving forward with any type of treatment, a dentist must carefully consider both its risks and potential rewards for a patient. In some urgent cases, it is necessary to perform extensive procedures on a pregnant individual. For example, this might happen if an infected tooth is threatening the mother\u2019s overall health as well as that of her developing baby. In such an instance, the rewards of the procedure outweigh any risks.<\/p>\n

In contrast, the need for dental implants is not especially urgent. Since some aspects of the placement surgery, such as sedation, might harm a developing embryo or fetus, the risks of the procedure outweigh the potential rewards.<\/p>\n

Oral Health Changes During Pregnancy<\/h2>\n

The changes in oral health that commonly occur during pregnancy are yet another reason why expecting mothers should not get dental implants. For example, hormonal changes might increase the risk of plaque and bacteria growth in the mouth. Pregnant women are also more prone to gingivitis (a form of gum disease). Since gum disease significantly increases the risk of dental implant failure, your dentist will need to ensure that your gums are healthy before replacing your lost teeth.<\/p>\n

It is also worth mentioning that some women develop gestational diabetes. Diabetes can slow down healing after surgery. Since blood glucose levels usually return to normal after giving birth, it is safer to wait to undergo any type of invasive oral procedure until your new family member is out of the womb.<\/p>\n

Managing Pain After Surgery<\/h2>\n

Patients who get dental implants are often given a prescription for pain medication to help them through their post-op period. Those without such a prescription often need over-the-counter meds to manage soreness and discomfort. Since most painkillers are not approved for use during pregnancy, it would be difficult for a pregnant woman to enjoy a comfortable recovery from dental implant surgery.<\/p>\n

You Can Start Planning Now<\/h2>\n

Even though you should not get dental implants during pregnancy, you can <\/em>still request an appointment<\/a> to talk to your dentist about your desire to replace your lost teeth. They will help you manage your oral health throughout pregnancy and can even get started on planning your dental implant procedure for some time in the future. You may have a strong, complete smile before you know it!<\/p>\n

Meet the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr. Erin Page is\u00a0 the oral health experts at Capital Smiles. Whether you are looking to manage your smile\u2019s well-being throughout pregnancy, or you are ready to replace your lost teeth, our team is ready to help you. Contact our office<\/a> at 518-374-0317 to learn more about us and the services we offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Around the world, patients and dentists alike agree that dental implants are the best form of tooth replacement. However, the process for placing them is somewhat complex, and your dentist will need to have an understanding of your overall health before they can help you move forward with treatment. If you are expecting a new […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-742","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nGetting Dental Implants While Pregnant Schenectady | Capital Smiles<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Getting dental implants during pregnancy is not recommended. 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