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Is root canal safe in first week of pregnancy? I have just done iui procedure. So I am concerned if it's safe to go for root canal.
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Hi Usually all dental procedure will be carried out only during 2 nd trimester of pregnancy....it is not safe doing dental treatment in 1 st trimister as the drugs given during the procedure will affects organogenesis of the child  and during 3 rd trimester it may cause preterm labour of the child.... Kindly consult with gynaecologist before doing root canal treatment
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Usually the 2nd trimester (4-6 months of pregnancy) is a relatively safer periiod for dental treatment. However, emergencies would have to be dealt with on the merit of the case. Consult your Gynaecologist first.
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Yes it's completely safe. If u don't get it done now you May have to go for extraction of tooth which is more problematic in pregnancy
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find a dentist near you and get it done
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Root canal treatment in itself is safe. It is the anaesthesia and x-rays taken during the procedure that poses a risk. If your dentist has relevant equipment to avoid x-ray and anaesthesia, then you should be fine. Another option is get the tooth filled with a medication temporarily, and complete root canal after delivery.
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Yes it's safe to undergo root canal procedure in first week of pregnancy. Kindly see an Endodontist (specialist in root canal treatment) who would be able to guide you better.
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search for endodontist in your area
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try to keep better oral hygiene during pregnancy
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