Congratulations on the decision to have a child. In these most beautiful and meaningful moments for a mother, every woman wants to do what is best for her baby. In a world full of information, it is sometimes difficult to find what is truly accurate, useful, and scientifically grounded. This is where the role of medical and dental professionals becomes essential—to support and guide you during this special time.
What does the “Dental prevention package for pregnant women and newborns” include?
Consultation for women planning pregnancy
Consultation for women planning pregnancy:
The reason we recommend that consultations begin during the pregnancy planning phase is the need to minimise dental problems during pregnancy itself. Although modern dental materials, medications, and treatment approaches have not been shown to have a proven harmful effect on the fetus, any unnecessary discomfort, inflammation, or stress during this delicate period should ideally be avoided.
1. Comprehensive initial examination
Comprehensive examination of the expectant mother, with attention to both current and potential future oral health problems.
2. Consultation regarding the transmission of microorganisms to the child
The child acquires part of its beneficial, but also harmful, microorganisms from its parents, most commonly from the mother. Good oral hygiene during pregnancy and in the early years after birth can significantly reduce the risk of developing dental caries in the child.
This is an educational process in which individual risk factors are assessed, and personalised recommendations are developed to maintain optimal oral health for both mother and child.
3. Personalised comprehensive treatment plan
The personalised comprehensive treatment plan is fully tailored to your medical condition, available time, and financial considerations. Its main goal is to restore and maintain oral health, with care for both you and your child.
If desired, treatment may also be combined with your vision of a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing smile.
4. Full education on personal oral hygiene and family habits for the future health of the child
Education and guidance on maintaining good oral hygiene during pregnancy. Together, we will select the most suitable toothbrush and toothpaste for you and discuss the need for additional oral hygiene aids such as mouthwash, interdental cleaning tools, or oral probiotics.
Consultation during pregnancy
Consultation during pregnancy
One of the most important factors for proper fetal development is the mother’s habits and overall health during pregnancy. Certain medications may influence the development of the child’s teeth, while proper nutrition and a balanced intake of micro- and macronutrients are essential for both the mother and the developing organism. More is not always better.
During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes significant changes, including in the oral cavity. There are oral mucosal conditions that are characteristic of this period, as well as an increased risk of certain inflammatory and reactive diseases. Early diagnosis and timely treatment can significantly reduce the risk of future complications.
Care for the mother’s health
A healthy mother means a healthy child. Following this principle, the first part of the examination is focused on your own oral health. During pregnancy, hormonal changes often lead to increased sensitivity, inflammation, and bleeding of the gums. Some of these conditions can be prevented through excellent personal oral hygiene and regular professional preventive care. Others, although sometimes concerning, are temporary and resolve after childbirth. For this reason, regular check-ups during pregnancy are essential.
Education related to the first days and months after birth
The anticipation around childbirth is significant, and within a short period, expectant parents receive a large amount of information related to newborn care. A child’s oral health should not be overlooked, but it also does not need to be introduced at the last moment, amid the overall flow of advice and recommendations.
As the due date approaches, we will have a conversation focused on early oral health in children—what to expect, what is normal, and which signs require attention. The aim is for you to feel calm and confident in this aspect even before birth, so that afterwards you can focus on what matters most: the first months of your child’s life.
First dental examination of the newborn
First steps after birth
The newborn goes through a rapid developmental period in which the foundations of future oral health are established. The role of parents is to provide a safe environment and develop proper habits from the very first months. Feeding patterns and pacifier use may influence the development of the oral cavity and occlusion, which is why individual consultation is important for timely guidance.
Early care includes the prevention of the most common oral conditions in childhood, such as dental caries and fluorosis. In some children, congenital anomalies in tooth and jaw development may also be observed. In such cases, early diagnosis and timely specialist consultation allow better monitoring and control of the condition.
Baby’s first dental visit
The first tooth usually erupts between 6 and 8 months after birth. Variations from this timeline are common and, in most cases, are not a cause for concern. For this reason, we recommend that the first preventive dental examination be carried out around the age of 1 year.
The aim is for the child to become familiar with the dental environment in a calm and friendly setting, which helps build a positive attitude and reduces the risk of future anxiety.
Development of a personalised preventive care programme
After birth, numerous factors begin to influence the child’s oral development. These include feeding habits, the frequency of carbohydrate-rich foods and drinks, pacifier use, oral habits, fluoride intake, the type of mineral water consumed, and daily oral hygiene.
In our practice, we aim for an individual approach with a strong focus on prevention. After assessing risk factors, dietary habits, and the child’s developmental characteristics, a personalised preventive care programme is developed, tailored to the specific needs of the patient. The goal is to reduce the risk of caries, malocclusion, and other common conditions in childhood.
Initial orthodontic assessment
In early childhood, the development of the teeth, jaws, and bite is highly dynamic. During this period, many future orthodontic problems can be limited or completely prevented through timely interceptive management and careful monitoring of growth and development.
During preventive examinations, attention is paid to harmful oral habits, mouth breathing, incorrect tongue posture, prolonged use of a pacifier or bottle, and other factors that may influence the development of the dentofacial structures.
Although we do not provide specialised orthodontic treatment, we are trained to recognise early signs of developmental irregularities and to address them at an early stage. When necessary, a general treatment and monitoring plan is established in collaboration with an orthodontic specialist.