dental treatment. Such false information and consequential delays in treatment can result in a dental emergency that may lead to hospitalization, intubation, and/or general anesthesia, all of which may have been preventable.
As essential dental treatment and regular oral examinations are ideal for maintaining the health of the parturient and developing infant, dental providers should possess a robust understanding of the physiologic adaptations that affect various organ systems during pregnancy. Furthermore, providers treating a parturient who requires advanced