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Having a local aneathesthic for dental work i'm 6 months pregnant but suffer anxiety is there something i can take to calm me that won't effect baby?
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Pregnancy care: Discuss this issue with both your dentist and Obstetrician. There are non-medication relaxation techniques.
Answered 9/24/2014
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Ye, you can: The pregnancy is not a disease so there is no reason to postpone dental procedures. Benzodiazepines (anxiolytics) are commonly used for anxiety and insomnia, even by pregnant women.. The main concern is to not use drugs that cause birth defects and are the least toxic. For more information bring up your concerns with your gynecologist or OB-GYN.
Answered 10/25/2014
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Should be OK but...: I would first checking with your OBGYN Dr. Follow their advice.
Answered 10/25/2014
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