{"id":3518,"date":"2018-01-13T12:00:09","date_gmt":"2018-01-13T20:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goosecreekdental.com\/?p=3518"},"modified":"2018-01-13T12:00:09","modified_gmt":"2018-01-13T20:00:09","slug":"breastfeeding-dental-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carolinacompletedental.com\/blog\/breastfeeding-dental-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Breastfeeding &#038; Dental Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-3520 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Breastfeeding.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"371\" height=\"265\" \/>If you\u2019re a new mom or about to be one, you\u2019re likely already used to putting your needs second to the needs of this beautiful new little person in your life \u2013 but maintaining good oral hygiene is still important for keeping you and your baby in tip-top shape. If something happens and you need dental work, it shouldn\u2019t prevent you from breastfeeding regularly, or from seeking the dental treatment you need. <a href=\"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/about-us\/\">Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams<\/a> are experienced dentists in Goose Creek and can explain how prioritizing your own health needs is safe and important during this stage of a woman\u2019s life.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Dental Procedures Safe for Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n<p>You shouldn\u2019t be surprised to hear that regular brushing and flossing is safe for breastfeeding mothers. In fact, it\u2019s probably never felt more luxurious! Especially as you\u2019re likely eating everything in sight (and perhaps indulging in sweet treats, too), it\u2019s a good idea to keep those pearly whites as clean and healthy as possible. We know how difficult it is to take care of yourself with a new baby &#8211; but you deserve to be healthy, and a healthy mom is a better mom. Proactive measures are protective and important as your body goes through major hormonal changes. Not to mention, what mom has time for a lengthy dental procedure? Be proactive about your dental health right now to prevent complications later.<\/p>\n<p>If you are a breastfeeding mother in need of dental work, you\u2019ll be happy to know most procedures won\u2019t affect your milk <em>or<\/em> your baby. You will only need to pause breastfeeding for the short duration of your dental visits, and the following dental treatments are still safe while breastfeeding:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>X-rays<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/services\/oral-surgery\/\">Wisdom teeth extraction<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Root canals<\/li>\n<li>Fillings<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/services\/cosmetic-dentistry\/#TeethWhitening\">Teeth whitening<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Routine cleaning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Dental Drugs Safe for Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n<p>Your body does an excellent job of processing medicine and other substances before they get to the baby via your milk, and the old practice of pump-and-dump is rarely recommended anymore. Most effects of drugs used in dentistry should wear off as soon as your procedure is over anyway, and you can be back to nursing your bub as soon as you\u2019re home. The following drugs common in dental work are all safe for breastfeeding mothers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Novocain<\/li>\n<li>Local anesthetic<\/li>\n<li>Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)<\/li>\n<li>General anesthesia<\/li>\n<li>Antibiotics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>More Information<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Medications-Mothers-Milk-2017-Thomas-ebook\/dp\/B01MXSA823\/ref=mt_kindle?_encoding=UTF8&amp;me=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Thomas Hale\u2019s book \u201cMedication and Mother\u2019s Milk\u201d<\/a> is a great resource for more information on drug safety while breastfeeding. You should always share your full health history with your dentist and get your own pediatrician\u2019s approval before receiving any dental treatment. Most dental work is totally compatible with a breastfeeding lifestyle. In fact, relaxing in the dentist chair may be the most quality alone time you get all week! Just remember, taking care of your own dental needs is essential for the overall health of you and your baby. <a href=\"https:\/\/carolinacompletedental.com\/contact-us\/\">Call us today<\/a> to make an appointment for any regular cleanings or special dental treatment you need.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sources<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.askdrsears.com\/topics\/feeding-eating\/breastfeeding\/while-taking-medication\/dental-work-anesthetics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.askdrsears.com\/topics\/feeding-eating\/breastfeeding\/while-taking-medication\/dental-work-anesthetics<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/kellymom.com\/bf\/can-i-breastfeed\/illness-surgery\/dentalwork\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/kellymom.com\/bf\/can-i-breastfeed\/illness-surgery\/dentalwork\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re a new mom or about to be one, you\u2019re likely already used to putting your needs second to the needs of this beautiful new little person in your life \u2013 but maintaining good oral hygiene is still important for keeping you and your baby in tip-top shape. 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