{"id":508,"date":"2024-02-17T23:48:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-17T23:48:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/?p=188"},"modified":"2024-02-17T23:48:00","modified_gmt":"2024-02-17T23:48:00","slug":"are-dental-implants-safe-for-pregnant-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/are-dental-implants-safe-for-pregnant-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Get Dental Implants If I\u2019m Pregnant?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"You want to have a beautiful smile that your child will remember, but tooth loss might stop you from feeling and looking your best. Dental implants<\/a> are the most reliable method of treating tooth loss and the only solution to replicate both the roots and the crowns. With over a 95% success rate and the ability to last for decades, they are a smart investment. However, although it is safe to visit a dentist while you\u2019re pregnant, dental implants aren\u2019t always recommended. Here\u2019s what you need to know about replacing your lost teeth if you’re expecting.<\/p>\n

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How Do Dental Implants Work?<\/h2>\n

A dental implant is unlike any other treatment because it mimics the entire tooth from the root up. A titanium post is surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as a tooth root. An abutment is connected to the post to attach a custom-made restoration. The process occurs in several steps, which requires oral surgery.<\/p>\n

Dental Implants and Pregnancy<\/h2>\n

Dentists encourage expectant mothers to visit their dentist to keep their teeth and gums healthy. Contrary to common rumors, dental care is safe. However, certain restorative and elective procedures shouldn\u2019t be performed until after the first trimester or delivery, like dental implants.<\/p>\n

Sedation is required during implant placement, which may have adverse consequences for your unborn child. Therefore, most dentists will not recommend treatment until after your little bundle of joy arrives.<\/p>\n

Replacing Your Lost Teeth<\/h2>\n

Although you can\u2019t undergo your placement surgery until after giving birth, that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t start the process. It is safe to visit your dentist for your consultation. They\u2019ll examine your mouth and review digital X-rays, which are safe after your first trimester. They can create a personalized treatment plan to have everything ready to replace your lost teeth after your baby arrives.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not uncommon to need a little prep work before getting dental implants, like gum disease treatment. It is safe to perform basic dental care later in your pregnancy. However, if you require bone grafting or other invasive treatments, you\u2019ll need to wait.<\/p>\n

While you will have to wait until after delivery for oral surgery, you can get the process started. Your dentist can ensure your mouth is healthy, so you\u2019re ready for your placement surgery after delivering. <\/p>\n

You\u2019ll invest in a long-lasting solution to replace your lost teeth. They\u2019ll look and feel natural to have a beautiful smile to be proud of.<\/p>\n

About Dr. Shue Her<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr. Her<\/a> achieved his dental degree at the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry and has regularly continued his education to provide the most up-to-date services, including dental implants, oral surgery, and IV sedation. He is a proud member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association. Request an appointment<\/a> through his website or call (470) 228-4977.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You want to have a beautiful smile that your child will remember, but tooth loss might stop you from feeling and looking your best. Dental implants are the most reliable method of treating tooth loss and the only solution to replicate both the roots and the crowns. With over a 95% success rate and the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":496,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-508","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/508","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=508"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/508\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/496"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=508"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=508"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lifetimedentalga.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=508"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}