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Use alum during pregnancy
I am pregnant of 5 weeks. I have a cavity in my teeth. Is it safe to use alum to brush my teeth during pregnancy ? Please reply
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Please fill the cavity as soon as possible.alum is not useful in cavity case.consult your dentist
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Alum won't solve your problem. In pregnancy of your 2nd trimester you are absolutely safe to get restoration of your cavity.
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Get a dentist see you clinically and assess whether the cavity can be arrested with fillings only. If not he may advice you with RcT which is also safe during this period.
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avoid much of X-ray takings.
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Dr. Priya Verma
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26 yrs exp
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Cavity can be safely filled during pregnancy. Consult a dentist as soon as possible.
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Take extra care of oral hygiene during pregnancy
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