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Helene Yochum Humes, DMD
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Dr. Helene Humes is a Dentist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Humes specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
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Is it safe to have a root canal during pregnancy?
Traditionally it is safe. The concerns are more for your comfort with sitting and the levels of stress you may be feeling during the procedure at your stage of the pregnancy. The READ MORE
Traditionally it is safe. The concerns are more for your comfort with sitting and the levels of stress you may be feeling during the procedure at your stage of the pregnancy. The first trimester is the real concernfor treatment during pregnancy. You have to remember an infection isn't healthy for a growing fetus at any stage. Managing the infection is key and trained endodontists are fully skilled at doing this without harm to baby or mom.I am not sure of your exact situation but keep in mind, in general, it is a safe procedure in your situation. Hope this helps.
