Root Canals During Pregnancy: Is It Safe?

Root canals during pregnancy — is it safe? Yes. The ADA and ACOG agree dental treatment shouldn't be delayed for pregnancy, and an untreated infection is far riskier than proper care. Safe lidocaine anesthetic and shielded low-dose digital X-rays keep you and baby protected. The 2nd trimester is often most comfortable, but urgent care should never wait. 58 seconds.

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Root canals during pregnancy — is it safe? The short answer: yes, it is safe. Both the ADA and ACOG agree that dental treatment shouldn't be delayed due to pregnancy. The real risk: an untreated infection is far riskier for both you and your baby than getting proper treatment. We use lidocaine, proven completely safe for pregnancy, so you stay comfortable. Digital X-rays use tiny doses with full protective aprons — safely shielded for you and baby. When should you get treatment? The second trimester is often the most comfortable, but urgent care should never wait. We coordinate directly with your OB-GYN to ensure total peace of mind for you and your baby. Silicon Valley Endodontics & Microsurgery. Expert care, total comfort in Sunnyvale, CA. svendodontics.com.