Pharmacotherapy during Pregnancy: An Endodontic Perspective

Area of Science:

• Dental medicine
• Obstetrics
• Pharmacology

Background:

• Odontogenic pain affects over half of pregnant women, often due to infections.
• Untreated dental infections pose risks to both mother and fetus.
• Fear of medication safety leads to delayed endodontic treatment during pregnancy.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review current evidence on the safety of endodontic medications during pregnancy.
• To provide guidance for managing odontogenic pain in pregnant patients.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of endodontic procedures and medication safety in pregnancy.
• Collaborative analysis by specialists in endodontics, pediatric dentistry, and obstetrics.

Main Results:

• Evidence on the safety of local anesthetics, analgesics, anxiolytics, and antibiotics used in endodontics is examined.
• The review synthesizes data to inform clinical decision-making.

Conclusions:

• Timely endodontic care is crucial for healthy pregnancies.
• Understanding medication safety profiles is essential for appropriate treatment during gestation.