Hey, my name is Shelly Katalgo. My love for sedation dentistry started in high school. My best friend had a severe fear of going to the dentist and I wanted to help her feel better about it. Although I always enjoyed my dental visits, I felt bad that she struggled so much with going to hers. My parents taught me about sedation dentistry and I instantly dreamed of becoming a dental professional. I wanted to help kids like my friend stay fear free throughout their appointments by using gentle techniques and professional medications. Although I opted to follow a different career path, my passion for dentistry remained throughout the years. I will update my site with developments in this industry as soon as they are reported. I will also discuss the benefits of sedation dentistry in detail. Thanks for visiting. I hope you come back soon.
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Dental Extractions: Are They Safe While Breastfeeding?
Franklin Steward
Pregnancy can be very hard on a mother's teeth. During pregnancy, the baby takes many of the nutrients that a mother needs to maintain her healthy teeth. By the time the baby is born, the dental damage can be extreme in some cases. If you are a breastfeeding mother experiencing dental pain, you probably have a lot of questions about the safety of having emergency dental procedures completed as you nurse your newest little one. Below are the answers to some of those questions.
Can teeth safely be pulled while breastfeeding?
Absolutely! If a dentist recommends a tooth to be extracted, he or she is doing so with good reason. A dentist will recommend a tooth be pulled if there is a serious infection growing in it and it cannot be salvaged with a root canal and crown. The infection in the tooth is far more dangerous to you and your nursing baby than any of the medications used during an extraction and recovery.
Can antibiotics be taken while breastfeeding?
Yes. Antibiotics are safe to take while breastfeeding. When teeth are extracted, the dentist will likely prescribe an antibiotic to protect you from an infection while the area heals and to kill the infection that has already been causing you problems. Your nursing baby will not usually suffer any negative effects from you taking an antibiotic. However, if you are worried, you will be able to "pump and dump" breastmilk expressed after taking medication.
Can pain relievers be taken while breastfeeding?
Yes. In many cases, the dentist will prescribe ibuprofen to be taken during the days following the extraction. Ibuprofen is safe for your baby and it will help to control the inflammation, swelling and pain that you experience after the extraction. Oftentimes, a dentist will do his or her best to avoid prescribing any kind of narcotics to nursing mothers; however, in some cases, Tylenol with codeine can be prescribed for use in moderation. Your dentist, your doctor and your baby's pediatrician should work together to come up with the best medication treatment for your personal situation.
Can you put off extractions while you are breastfeeding until your baby has been weened?
Technically, you could, but there is honestly no reason to do so. Your baby is not going to suffer any negative effects from the procedure. Putting off the procedure will only prolong your personal discomfort and could eventually lead to complications caused by the infections growing in your mouth.
Any further questions about dental extractions while breastfeeding can be answered by your dentist, doctor or pediatrician. A company like Hernandez Dental can give you more information.
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