Course name: A023 Pregnancy and Dentistry

This is an audio recording of the teleseminar held on February 26, 2015 and delivered by Dr. Dave Carsten. The presentation covers the consequences of dental neglect during pregnancy, what drugs and anesthetics can be used safely and what should be avoided, and how management is different at the various stages of pregnancy, postpartum, and during breast feeding.

Course Objectives:

• To understand the actual risks of treatment during pregnancy.
• To understand the consequence of dental neglect during pregnancy.
• To understand treatment modifications for pregnant women at various stages.
• To review drugs that are acceptable and drugs that should be avoided.
• To better appreciate the crucial role that dentistry plays in healthy outcomes.
• To have a clear set of guidelines for pregnant patients.

This audio course is worth 1 CE credit. You can purchase it here for 1 token or $20.