Understanding the dental need and care during pregnancy: a review

This paper reviews the oral and dental lesions that are seen during pregnancy. Trimester approach should be adopted in the management of the pregnant patients. A good dental preventive programme is essential. The significance of prescribing fluoride supplements and the use of dental radiography duri...

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Main Authors: Ngeow, Wei Cheong, Chai, W.L.
Formato: Artigo
Idioma:English
English
Publicado em: Malaysian Medical Association 1999
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Acesso em linha:http://eprints.um.edu.my/3105/1/Understanding_the_dental_need_and_care_during_pregnancy_a_review.pdf
http://eprints.um.edu.my/3105/2/Dental_Care_Pregnancy.pdf
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Resumo:This paper reviews the oral and dental lesions that are seen during pregnancy. Trimester approach should be adopted in the management of the pregnant patients. A good dental preventive programme is essential. The significance of prescribing fluoride supplements and the use of dental radiography during pregnancy is also briefly reviewed.