The dangers of root canal treatment during pregnancy

Although root canal treatment is a very common method for dental diseases, it should be noted that this treatment is not suitable for pregnant women, and the harm of root canal treatment for pregnant women should still be prevented. Although pregnancy is possible, you must be adequately prepared. Because root canal treatment requires anesthesia, it will have a certain impact on the fetus, and X-rays are the most harmful to the fetus, so pregnant women are advised not to undergo root canal treatment as much as possible.

1. Can pregnant women undergo root canal treatment?

Can pregnant women undergo root canal treatment? It is not recommended during pregnancy. Root canal treatment of teeth requires anesthesia and X-rays, both of which can affect the health of the fetus and may even cause fetal malformations in severe cases. In addition, pregnant women are prone to stress during treatment, which may lead to miscarriage. Therefore, for the sake of the fetus, it is best not to perform root canal treatment during pregnancy, and it should be done after delivery.

2. Indications for root canal treatment

1. Tooth decay: If tooth decay has corroded the dental nerve, root canal treatment is required.

2. Cracked teeth: If there are cracks in the teeth and bacteria enter the dental nerve, root canal treatment is required;

3. Apical periodontitis: This condition is mostly caused by chronic pulpitis, which manifests as discomfort or pain when biting;

4. If the pulp is accidentally penetrated during filling when there is caries, root canal treatment is required, which is similar to the principle of caries;

5. Pulpitis: Root canal treatment is also required when the dental pulp is infected and inflamed by bacteria.

3. How to do root canal treatment

1. First, make a hole to open the pulp, flush the pulp cavity, remove the necrotic and gangrenous pulp, expand the root canal, flush and clean the root canal again, dry it, and seal it with disinfectant for about 2 to 7 days;

2. If there is no obvious reaction during the follow-up visit, the sealing material will be removed and the root canal will be filled. If there is an obvious reaction, the disinfectant can be re-inserted and the root canal will be filled next time.

4. Precautions during root canal treatment

Brief discomfort may occur during or after root canal treatment, which can usually be relieved by taking anti-inflammatory or analgesic drugs. If local swelling and pain occur, the doctor should be informed for treatment. If the tooth becomes more brittle after treatment, it is best to perform crown restoration to prevent tooth fracture and extend the life of the tooth.