Pregnant Before a Dental Visit?What to Tell the Team

Tell the dental team about the pregnancy

The ADA’s MouthHealthy guidance says to tell your dentist right away, even if you are not certain you are pregnant. Share how far along you are and your expected due date.¹

You could say: “I am pregnant, or pregnancy may be possible. What information do you need before this visit?”¹

Keep the appointment details beside the question you want answered. If you contact the clinic beforehand, record whom you spoke with and what they asked you to bring.

Include your own pregnancy care instructions

If your pregnancy has been classified as high-risk, tell the dentist. MouthHealthy notes that your dentist or doctor may recommend postponing certain treatments in that situation. Have the teams clarify your own plan.¹

Ask: “Does my pregnancy care team’s advice change anything about this appointment?”¹

Write down any answer that needs clarification. Ask which team will resolve it and how you will receive the final instructions.

Update the full medicine list

MouthHealthy asks for prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and dietary supplements. Update the list when you visit, including changes during pregnancy, so the dentist has the information needed when choosing medicines for dental care.¹

Keep the conversation together

Use one page for your questions, the team’s answers and any follow-up arrangements. Bring the information requested by your own clinic and ask for instructions in writing when useful.

Is It My Breath? includes a visit script and a two-minute routine card. Use the script to organize your dental questions alongside advice from your pregnancy and dental care teams. Explore the mouth-care playbook.